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Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

by Kimberly Magri
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese

This three-layered smooth carrot cake with white chocolate cream cheese frosting and walnuts is packed with flavour and texture. The carrots are boiled and mashed before being added to the cake batter which makes the texture smoother and tastier. The white chocolate cream cheese pairs really well with the carrot cake and the walnuts add a little crunch.

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Happy indulging,

Kim x

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Yield: 8 servings

Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese

This three-layered smooth carrot cake with white chocolate cream cheese frosting and walnuts is packed with flavour and texture.

Prep Time 40 minutes
Bake Time 18 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups "00" flour
  • 2 tbsp corn flour/corn starch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground mixed spice
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup mashed carrots (4 medium carrots)
  • 1/3 cup flavourless oil
  • 2/3 cup soft light brown sugar
  • 2 medium eggs, room temp
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt, room temp
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

White Choc Cream Cheese Frosting

  • (All room temp)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chopped white chocolate
  • 1 cup cream cheese
  • To top: Chopped roasted walnuts

Instructions

  1. Boil and mash 4 medium carrots. Measure out 1 cup and set aside. Prepare three 6-inch cake pans with non-stick
    baking spray and parchment paper. Preheat oven to 180°C.
  2. In a large bowl, sift all dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients. Pour the wet mixture into the dry and use a spatula to fold just until combined.
  3. Divide the cake batter evenly between the 3 pans. Tap the pans on the counter to remove air bubbles. Bake for 18 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean, one level below the middle rack.
  4. Let the cakes cool completely on a wire rack. Level the cakes with cake leveller if needed. Set aside while you prepare the frosting.
  5. Melt the white chocolate and heavy cream together. Whisk until completely smooth. Add cream cheese and whisk until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  6. Spread 1 tbsp of the frosting in the centre of the cake board or plate to hold the cake in place. Transfer one cake layer onto the board and spread an even layer of frosting. Repeat with the next 2 layers.
  7. Crumb coat the outside of the cake lightly for a rustic look. Decorate the top with walnuts around the edges. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Enjoy!

Notes

Storage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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