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Best Carrot Cake Recipe Moist: 7 Easy Steps for a Soft Classic Cake

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A soft and classic carrot cake with warm spice, tender crumb, and silky cream cheese frosting. This best carrot cake recipe moist is perfect for holidays, birthdays, or any homemade dessert table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups finely shredded carrots
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, as needed

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 350°F and prepare two 8-inch round cake pans.
  • Whisk the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
  • Whisk the sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Stir in the shredded carrots.
  • Add the dry ingredients and mix gently. Fold in the walnuts.
  • Divide the batter between the pans and bake for 28 to 34 minutes.
  • Cool the cakes completely.
  • Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  • Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then beat until fluffy.
  • Frost the cake layers and finish as desired.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded carrots for the softest crumb.
  • Pull the cake out when a toothpick shows a few moist crumbs.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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