Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine vegetable oil, eggs, grated carrots, and vanilla extract. Stir until well mixed.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack.
Prepare the Frosting
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate.
- Spread a generous amount of frosting on top of the first layer.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings and chopped walnuts.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, use fresh, finely grated carrots. Let the cake chill in the fridge for a couple of hours before serving to set the frosting.