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Traditional two-layer Amish carrot cake with thick cream cheese frosting on rustic wooden cake stand
John

Amish Carrot Cake

This Amish Carrot Cake is a moist, spiced classic made with freshly grated carrots, warm cinnamon, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. A timeless dessert perfect for gatherings, holidays, or any sweet craving.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Amish
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 cups carrots grated
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts optional
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs and oil until combined. Add grated carrots and stir well.
  4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in walnuts if using.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  7. To make the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar gradually, then mix in vanilla extract until creamy.
  8. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Slice and serve.

Notes

For added flavor, substitute half of the walnuts with raisins or shredded coconut. The cake tastes even better the next day after the flavors meld.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 485
 Total Fat: 24g
 Saturated Fat: 8g
 Trans Fat: 0g
 Cholesterol: 85mg
 Sodium: 320mg
 Total Carbohydrates: 67g
 Dietary Fiber: 3g
 Total Sugars: 58g
 Added Sugars: 50g
 Protein: 6g