Easy carrot cake

Indulge in the festive flavors of this Easy Carrot Cake, a delightful holiday treat combining rich brown sugar and maple syrup with moist carrots and a hint of cinnamon. Topped with a creamy, irresistible frosting made from cream cheese and powdered sugar, this cake is perfect for celebrating any joyous occasion.

27 May 2025
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 25 min

Ingredients:

1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup maple syrup
3/4 cup olive oil
3 eggs
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup self-raising flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
2 carrots
2 cups sugar
1 cup cream cheese
1/2 cup powdered sugar
Easy carrot cake

Easy carrot cake is a delightful twist on the traditional carrot cake, perfect for festive occasions or any time you want to treat yourself to a moist and flavorful dessert. This recipe combines the rich sweetness of brown sugar and maple syrup with the warm spices of cinnamon and the creamy tang of cream cheese frosting. Follow the steps below to create this delicious cake that will surely impress your family and friends.

Instructions:

1. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, and olive oil. Mix well.

2. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour, baking soda, and cinnamon.
4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients into Wet:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Prepare the Carrots:
Peel and grate the carrots. Fold the grated carrots into the batter.
6. Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool the Cake:
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Frost the Cake:
Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
9. Serve and Enjoy:
Slice and serve the Reindeer Carrot Cake. Enjoy!

Tips:

- Grate the carrots finely to ensure they integrate well into the batter and provide an even texture.

- Make sure to use room temperature cream cheese for the frosting to ensure smooth mixing.

- Feel free to add nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, to the batter for added crunch and flavor.

- Let the cake cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the cream cheese frosting.

- For an extra festive touch, decorate the cake with edible reindeer decorations or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Your Easy carrot cake is now ready to serve! With its moist texture, delightful sweetness, and creamy frosting, this cake is a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for any celebration or gathering. Enjoy a slice with a cup of coffee or tea, and relish in the compliments from your loved ones.

Nutrition per serving

8 Servings
Calories 480kcal
Protein 7g
Carbohydrates 100g
Fiber 1.18g
Sugar 80g
Fat 30g

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