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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 1/3 cups vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 cups finely grated carrots
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Before you start
Equipment You'll Need
- Two 9-inch round cake pans
- Electric mixer
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Wire cooling racks
- Box grater or food processor
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
Safety Tips & Important Notes
Follow these for best results and safety.
- Use freshly grated carrots for the best texture and moisture.
- Don't overmix the batter once you add the flour to keep the cake tender.
- Make sure cream cheese and butter are fully softened for smooth frosting.
- Cakes must be completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans, then dust with flour.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and cloves.
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In a large bowl, beat together oil, eggs, and granulated sugar until well combined.
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Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
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Fold in the grated carrots until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth the tops.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
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For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together until light and fluffy.
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Gradually beat in powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth and spreadable.
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Place one cake layer on serving plate and spread frosting on top.
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Add second layer and frost the top and sides of the entire cake.
Chef's notes
Store covered in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Cake can be made 1 day ahead and frosted before serving.
Bring to room temperature 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
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