Gordon Ramsay’s Carrot Cake
Gordon Ramsay’s Carrot Cake is a moist, flavor-packed dessert that combines spiced grated carrots with crunchy walnuts, all enveloped in a rich cream cheese frosting. This delightful cake is perfect for celebrations or cozy nights in, promising to satisfy your sweet cravings and impress any guest. With a balance of sweetness and warmth from spices, each slice is a comforting indulgence you’ll want to share again and again.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups grated carrots (fresh)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat vegetable oil and eggs until combined. Stir in grated carrots.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture and gently fold until just combined. If using walnuts, fold them in now.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, blend softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until fluffy. Spread between layers and on top of cooled cakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg