Savor the delightful taste of this homemade Carrot Cake, a perfect blend of natural sweetness from carrots, enriched with the crunchiness of walnuts and the aromatic warmth of cinnamon. This recipe features a moist and tender cake base, topped with a smooth and creamy frosting made from a combination of cream and labneh (or cream cheese), lightly sweetened and flavored with vanilla and a hint of lemon. It's a classic dessert that's both comforting and indulgent.
Why You'll Love This: This Carrot Cake is easy to make yet impressively delicious. The carrots add moisture and a subtle sweetness, while the walnuts provide a satisfying texture. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement, adding a rich and creamy finish that elevates this cake to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for family gatherings, celebrations, or as a delightful dessert to brighten up any day. This Carrot Cake is also a great option for birthdays, holiday gatherings, or as a special treat for carrot cake lovers.
Recipe:
Ingredients: Cake:
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1.5 cups (150 ml) of vegetable oil
- 5 tablespoons (130 g) of yogurt
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons of cinnamon
- 1.5 cups (230 g) of flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 2 cups (250 g) of grated carrots
- 1 cup of coarsely chopped walnuts
Frosting:
- 100 g of cream
- 100 g of labneh or cream cheese
- 3 heaping tablespoons (45 g) of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice
Preparation:
- Whisk eggs and sugar until fluffy. Gradually add oil, yogurt, vanilla, and mix well.
- Combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and fold into the wet mixture.
- Stir in grated carrots and walnuts.
- Pour the batter into a greased 26-28 cm baking pan. Bake at 175°C (347°F) for 40 minutes.
- For the frosting, whip the cream until thick. In another bowl, mix labneh or cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice until smooth. Combine with whipped cream.
- Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting over the top. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Decorate as desired and serve.
Enjoy this scrumptious Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, a delightful treat for any occasion!