Quick Carrot Cake Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

Quick Carrot Cake Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients:

• • Cake:
    • • 4 carrots, grated
      • 3 large eggs
      • 2 cups brown sugar
    • • 1 cup sunflower oil
      • 1 tsp cinnamon
      • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
    • • 300g all-purpose flour
      • 1 tbsp baking powder
      • Pinch of salt

  • Frosting:
    • • 150g butter, softened
      • 280g powdered sugar
    • 200g cream cheese
    • Crunchy peanuts (for topping)

Directions:

1. 1. Preheat Oven: Preheat to 180°C (350°F).
   2. Prepare the Batter: In a bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and oil. Add the grated carrots, walnuts, and cinnamon. Gradually fold in the flour and baking powder.

1. 1. Bake: Pour into a greased cake mold and bake for 40 minutes. Let cool.
   2. Make Frosting: Beat butter, sugar, and cream cheese until smooth. Chill.
   3. Assemble: Cut the cake in half, fill with frosting, and spread frosting over the top. Garnish with peanuts.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with hot coffee or tea.
• Decorate with extra walnuts or candied carrots for a more festive look.

Cooking Tips:

• • You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for a different crunch.

• Ensure the cake cools completely before frosting to prevent melting.

Nutritional Benefits:

• • Rich in fiber and vitamin A from the carrots.
  • Walnuts add heart-healthy fats and omega-3s.

Dietary Information:

• Contains gluten, dairy, and eggs. For gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.

Nutritional Facts (Per Slice):

• • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 18g

• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 4g

Storage:

• • Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

• Refrigerate: Keeps for 5 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.