Moist Carrot Walnut Cake
Moist Carrot Walnut Cake - A Delicious and Nutritious Dessert
Looking for a delicious and nutritious dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than this Moist Carrot Walnut Cake recipe! This cake is packed with flavor and texture, thanks to the combination of sweet carrots and crunchy walnuts. Plus, it's moist and tender, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
For the cream cheese frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat together the sugar, oil, and eggs until well combined. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on wire racks.
8. To make the cream cheese frosting, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
9. Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake. Place the other cake on top and spread frosting on top and around the sides of the cake.
10. Serve and enjoy!
Appearance and Taste:
This Moist Carrot Walnut Cake is a beautiful and delicious dessert that will impress your guests. The cake is moist and tender, with a subtle sweetness from the carrots and a satisfying crunch from the walnuts. The cream cheese frosting is rich and creamy, with a tangy flavor that complements the sweetness of the cake perfectly. This cake is sure to be a hit at any gathering, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables!
Type of Dish: Dessert Cake
Main Ingredients: Carrots, Walnuts, Cream Cheese
