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Bakery-Style Carrot Cake

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A moist and spiced carrot cake topped with a luxurious cream cheese frosting and garnished with pecans, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Combine granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs in another bowl until well combined.
  4. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
  5. Fold in grated carrots and chopped pecans gently.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the frosting by beating together cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  10. Frost the top of each layer and stack the cakes. Frost the sides as well.
  11. Decorate with additional pecans if desired and enjoy your cake!

Notes

Ensure your eggs and butter are at room temperature for better mixing. Grating the carrots by hand retains moisture, adding to the cake’s texture.

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