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Classic Carrot Cake Recipe

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Crisp carrots make a moist, delicious cake that is perfect for family gatherings. More carrot cake recipes can be found on our site to make for any occasion, including a slow cooker carrot cake recipe for you to try. Also, learn how to prepare carrots to use in all your carrot recipes.

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Ingredients

CARROT CAKE:
2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded carrots - approximately 4 medium carrots
1 1/2 cups oil
4 eggs
1 tablespoon milk or cream
FROSTING:
3 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons butter or margarine - softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
8 ounces cream cheese - softened

Container:9 x 13 baking pan

Directions

CARROT CAKE:

Heat oven to 350°.
Grease the bottom of a 9x13 pan.
In a large bowl, blend all ingredients together at a low speed.
When combined, beat on high for 3 minutes.
Pour batter into the prepared pan.
Bake 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
Cool completely before frosting.

FROSTING: