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Super Moist Carrot Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This Super Moist Carrot Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is the perfect blend of rich flavors and textures. Packed with fresh carrots, optional pineapple, and nuts, it’s a cake that’s as delicious as it is nostalgic. Topped with smooth, tangy cream cheese frosting, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will quickly become a family favorite!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 -16 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple optional
  • 1 cup chopped nuts optional
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Cake:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a sheet pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Add oil and vanilla extract, and mix well.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in grated carrots, and if desired, crushed pineapple and chopped nuts.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting:
  1. Beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Continue to beat until fluffy.
Frost the Cake:
  1. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top using a spatula.
  2. Optional: Decorate with additional nuts, carrot shavings, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

  • Moisture Tips: Fresh grated carrots and optional pineapple add moisture to the cake. Use finely grated carrots for the best texture.
  • Mixing: Be sure to mix the batter until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can lead to a dense cake.
  • Frosting: Make sure the cake is fully cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.

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