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Cranberry Carrot Layer Cake

Decadent Cranberry Carrot Layer Cake for Festive Joy

This Cranberry Carrot Layer Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Cranberries Fresh or well-drained frozen
  • 2 cups Carrots Grated finely
  • 2 cups Flour Can substitute part with almond flour
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust for less sweetness if desired
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted butter or applesauce
  • 4 Eggs Can replace with flax eggs for vegan
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Nutmeg Adjust to taste
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Don't skip for flavor

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk or mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cranberry Carrot Layer Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Combine grated carrots, cranberries, eggs, and sugar in a large bowl, mixing until well combined. Gradually stir in vegetable oil.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow cakes to cool for about 10 minutes in the pans, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. Frost the top of one cake layer with cream cheese frosting, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Bring eggs and cream cheese to room temperature before mixing. Adjust spices to taste for a personalized flavor profile.

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