Little Bunny Foo Foo Cake Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosti
Hop into dessert heaven with the whimsical and delicious "Little Bunny Foo Foo Cake" — a moist and flavorful carrot cake crowned with luscious cream cheese frosting. Bursting with classic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this cake gets its irresistible texture from grated carrots, a hint of applesauce, and an optional crunch of walnuts or pecans. Perfectly balanced with layers of tangy frosting, this charming creation is ideal for Easter celebrations, springtime gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a bit of sweetness. Customize it with bunny-themed decorations or simply let its rich, homemade flavors steal the show. Easy to make and delightfully satisfying, this carrot cake is a true crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup canola oil (or vegetable oil)
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots (about 3–4 medium carrots)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk (if needed to thin frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the oil, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped nuts (if using).
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth out the tops using a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove the cakes from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a medium mixing bowl using an electric hand mixer, until creamy and smooth.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to achieve your desired frosting consistency.
Once the cake layers are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread an even layer of cream cheese frosting on top.
Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate as desired with additional whole or chopped nuts, or cute bunny-themed decorations to match the 'Little Bunny Foo Foo' theme.
Slice and serve! Enjoy your moist and flavorful carrot cake with creamy frosting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 517.2 g | 663% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.3 g | 702% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1255 mg | 418% | |
| Sodium | 5265 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1188.0 g | 432% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.7 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 901.6 g | ||
| Protein | 94.6 g | 189% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 837 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 26.1 mg | 145% | |
| Potassium | 2614 mg | 56% | |
*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.
