Gourmet Carrot Cake
Elevate your dessert game with this Gourmet Carrot Cake, a moist and flavorful masterpiece that's perfect for any occasion. Made with freshly grated carrots, a touch of applesauce for extra moisture, and a warm blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, this carrot cake is anything but ordinary. The addition of optional chopped walnuts or pecans adds a delightful crunch, while the luscious cream cheese frosting, whipped to silky perfection, provides just the right balance of sweetness and tanginess. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or celebrating a special milestone, this gourmet dessert promises to impress with its classic yet sophisticated flavors. Serve it as a show-stopping centerpiece and watch it disappear slice by slice! Keywords: moist carrot cake, cream cheese frosting, gourmet dessert, homemade carrot cake, best carrot cake recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 4 units Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 cups Grated carrots
- 1 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, combine the vegetable oil, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently just until combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the grated carrots and chopped nuts (if using). Ensure the batter is evenly mixed.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add powdered sugar a little at a time, beating thoroughly. Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top and spread frosting over the top and sides, smoothing it evenly.
Decorate with additional nuts, carrot ribbons, or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Slice and serve your gourmet carrot cake. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 486.0 g | 623% | |
| Saturated Fat | 150.9 g | 754% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 137.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1231 mg | 410% | |
| Sodium | 4633 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 997.7 g | 363% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.5 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 764.3 g | ||
| Protein | 88.1 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 709 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 2378 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
