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Layered Carrot Cake

This homemade Layered Carrot Cake is a moist and delicious spiced cake that is perfect for Easter or any special occasion. With real shredded carrots, nuts, and a heavenly cream cheese frosting, this cake will be a hit at your next gathering.
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Course: Dessert
Keyword: cream cheese frosting, Easter dessert, homemade Carrot Cake, Layered Carrot Cake Recipe, nutty cake recipe, shredded carrots, spiced cake
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 320kcal

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • 9-inch Cake Pans
  • Cake Board

Ingredients

Cake

  • Sugar
  • cup Canola Oil
  • 4 Large Eggs
  • 2 cups Flour
  • 2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 2 cups Shredded Carrots
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 8 oz Block Cream Cheese Softened
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans For garnishing

Instructions

  • Spray three 9-inch cake pans with nonstick spray.
  • Combine sugar, oil, and eggs in a stand mixer until well blended.
  • Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  • Add the flour mixture to the sugar mixture and mix well.
  • Gently fold in shredded carrots and pecans.
  • Divide the batter among the pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • Let the cakes cool completely.
  • Beat butter and cream cheese in a stand mixer.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  • Remove the domes from the cakes and set aside.
  • Place the first cake layer on a 10-inch cake board.
  • Frost the first layer and add the second layer.
  • Continue layering and frosting until all layers are stacked.
  • Frost the entire cake and coat the sides with chopped pecans.

Notes

To store the layered carrot cake, cover it and refrigerate for up to 3-5 days. You can also freeze individual slices for longer storage. When ready to serve, allow the cake to come to room temperature.
Feel free to experiment with variations like a nut-free option or gluten-free version.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 6.5mg
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