George Washington's Carrot Cake

Indulge in a slice of history with George Washington's Carrot Cake, a timeless dessert brimming with warm spices and classic charm. This moist and flavorful cake combines the natural sweetness of shredded carrots with the tropical tang of crushed pineapple and the rich crunch of chopped walnuts. Enhanced by a perfectly balanced blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, each bite is a celebration of texture and taste. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that's made irresistibly smooth with hints of vanilla and a touch of heavy cream, this two-layer cake is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for celebrations or as a show-stopping centerpiece, this easy-to-make carrot cake is guaranteed to impress family and friends alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 4 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 cups Shredded carrots
• 0.5 cup Crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 cup Chopped walnuts
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 4 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat well until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 11

Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then beat the frosting until light and fluffy.

Step 12

Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a thick layer of frosting on top.

Step 13

Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake evenly.

Step 14

Optional: Garnish the cake with additional chopped walnuts or shredded carrots for decoration.

Step 15

Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2526.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9118.8

Total Fat 495.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 157.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.4g
Cholesterol 1283.4mg	0%
Sodium 5305.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1150.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.6g	0%
Total Sugars 912.1g
Protein 88.7g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 749.2mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 2369.1mg	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: 47.4%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 48.9%