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Carrot Sheet Cake

Carrot Sheet Cake
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This Carrot Sheet Cake is a moist, tender, and richly spiced dessert baked in an easy sheet cake format and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for family gatherings or festive celebrations, it combines grated carrots for natural sweetness and moisture with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The smooth cream cheese frosting adds a tangy and creamy finish without overpowering the cake’s flavors.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups grated carrots (freshly grated)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Pan and Preheat Oven: Grease a standard 9×13 inch sheet pan and line it with parchment paper if desired. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when your batter is mixed.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt evenly distributing the leavening agents and spices.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the vegetable oil, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth and well incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract for a classic flavor boost.
  4. Incorporate Carrots and Combine: Add the grated carrots to the wet ingredients and mix until evenly distributed. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
  5. Bake Your Carrot Sheet Cake: Pour the batter into your prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting: While the cake cools, beat together softened cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until creamy and smooth. Adjust sweetness as you prefer.
  7. Frost the Cake: Once completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cake. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes before slicing for best results.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated carrots for the best moisture and flavor.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake tender.
  • Use room temperature eggs and cream cheese for smoother textures.
  • Check oven temperature with a thermometer for accurate baking.
  • Allow the cake to cool fully before frosting to prevent melting.

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Keywords: carrot cake, sheet cake, cream cheese frosting, moist cake, spiced dessert, gluten-free carrot cake

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