Carrot Walnut Cake

Indulge in the timeless charm of this Carrot Walnut Cake, a perfect balance of warm spices, moist texture, and nutty crunch. Made with freshly grated carrots and chopped walnuts, this classic dessert is elevated by a fragrant blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, making it a cozy treat for any occasion. Topped with a luscious, creamy homemade cream cheese frosting, this two-layer cake is as visually stunning as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep and a bake time of 50 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for novice and seasoned bakers alike. Whether you're celebrating a special event or simply craving a slice of comfort, this carrot walnut cake is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cups Vegetable oil
• 4 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 cups Carrots, grated
• 1 cup Walnuts, chopped
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottom of the pans with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until thoroughly combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined (do not overmix).

Step 5

Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the surfaces with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in their pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

While the cakes cool, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and softened butter together until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, and beat until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 10

Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting over one cake layer, then place the second layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake evenly.

Step 11

Decorate with additional walnuts if desired. Slice and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2529.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8113.2

Total Fat 487.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 151.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 137.8g
Cholesterol 1231.4mg	0%
Sodium 5524.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 908.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.6g	0%
Total Sugars 655.2g
Protein 90.8g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 835.1mg	0%
Iron 22.9mg	0%
Potassium 3908.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.3%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 43.4%