As Easter approaches, it’s time to indulge in delightful treats that perfectly capture the essence of the season. What better way to celebrate than with a classic homemade carrot cake? Moist, flavorful, and topped with decadent cream cheese icing, this recipe is a surefire way to impress your family and guests. Join us as we take you through the steps to create this Easter favorite, sure to become a tradition in your household As it is in our Farmhouse
Homemade Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Ingredients
- 2 Cups All Purpose Flour
- 2 Teaspoons Baking Soda
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 2 Teaspoons Cinnamon
- 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
- 1/2 Teaspoons Ground Ginger
- 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 Cup Lightly Packed Brown Sugar
- 1 Cup Vegetable Oil
- 4 Large Eggs
- 2 Teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
- 3 Cups Grated Carrots
Cream Cheese Icing Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter
- 8 Oz Cream Cheese
- 4 Cups Powder Sugar
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cakes are cooling, prepare the cream cheese icing. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of cream cheese icing on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining icing over the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate the cake as desired, perhaps with chopped nuts or carrot decorations.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy this delicious homemade carrot cake with cream cheese icing, perfect for Easter celebrations!
This Easter, treat your loved ones to the irresistible flavors of homemade carrot cake with cream cheese icing. With its moist texture, warm spices, and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to delight guests of all ages. Whether enjoyed after Easter brunch or as a sweet ending to your holiday meal, this classic dessert is bound to become a new family favorite. Happy Easter baking!
