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Delicious Carrot Cake with cream cheese frosting and candied orange, ready to enjoy.

Carrot Cake with a Twist

  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Elevate your baking with this Carrot Cake with a Twist recipe! This creative take on the classic dessert features pineapple, coconut flakes, and candied ginger for an unforgettable flavor and texture. Perfect for any occasion, this unique carrot cake will impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup diced candied ginger
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Add the shredded carrots, walnuts, raisins, shredded coconut, and candied ginger to the flour mixture. Toss to combine.
  4. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
  5. Stir in the crushed pineapple and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes for a bundt pan or 30-35 minutes for a 9×13 inch pan, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. For the cream cheese frosting: In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  11. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  12. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  13. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use freshly grated carrots for the best flavor and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake.
  • Cool the cake completely before frosting to prevent melting.
  • For a richer flavor, consider using maple syrup instead of brown sugar.
  • Add orange zest for a citrusy twist.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 45g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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