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A Simple Carrot Cake Dessert, beautifully plated and ready to eat

Simple Carrot Cake Dessert

This simple carrot cake dessert is a delightful treat made with common ingredients and a simple cream cheese frosting. It's perfect for a sweet craving or a casual gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or other neutral oil
  • ¼ cup buttermilk or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice/vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups finely grated carrots about 3-4 medium carrots
Simple Frosting/Glaze
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • medium bowl
  • spatula
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • oven
  • wooden skewer
  • wire rack

Method
 

Cake
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until well combined.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs, then whisk in the vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, then fold in the finely grated carrots.
Bake & Frost
  1. Pour the batter into a greased 8x8 inch baking pan and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool completely, then prepare the frosting by beating softened cream cheese and butter, gradually adding powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter as it can lead to a tough cake. Ensure the cake is completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.