Carrot cake –
If you’re searching for the perfect dessert to impress your friends and family, look no further than this delightful Southern Style Carrot Cake. It’s moist, flavorful, and packed with the goodness of carrots and spices, topped off with a rich cream cheese frosting that takes it to the next level. This recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home!
Southern Style Carrot Cake
Let’s get started on this delicious cake! Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 cups grated carrots (about 6 medium carrots)
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the vegetable oil. Mix until fully combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
- Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and nuts, if using.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting:
To top off your carrot cake, a lush cream cheese frosting is essential. Here’s how to make it:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, and continue to mix until the frosting is fluffy.
Once the cakes have completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one of the cakes, place the other cake on top, and then frost the top and sides as desired. Decorate with additional walnuts or carrot decorations, if you like.
Now, slice a piece and enjoy the delightful flavors of this homemade Southern Style Carrot Cake. It’s perfect for any occasion, and I’m sure everyone will be coming back for seconds!
