Carrot cake is a timeless dessert that combines the earthy sweetness of carrots with the warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Topped with velvety cream cheese frosting, it’s a favorite for celebrations, holidays, or any time you want to indulge in something special.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (200g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup (120ml) unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups (300g) finely grated carrots
- 1/2 cup (50g) chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup (50g) raisins (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups (500g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1-2 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for consistency)