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Chocolate Carrot Cake

This Chocolate Carrot Cake combines the sweetness of carrots with rich chocolate flavor, topped with a creamy frosting for a delightful dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup shredded carrots freshly grated
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

For the Cake Base
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the shredded carrots.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined and fluffy.
  3. Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g

Notes

For an extra touch, you can garnish the cake with chocolate shavings or chopped nuts before serving.

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