Best 4 Kathys Carrot Cake Recipes

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Title: Indulge in the Sweetness: A Culinary Journey Through Kathy's Carrot Cake Delights

Immerse yourself in a world of flavors with Kathy's Carrot Cake, a classic dessert elevated to new heights of deliciousness. This delectable treat is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring a moist and tender crumb, a sweet and tangy cream cheese frosting, and an array of crunchy nuts and juicy raisins. Each recipe in this article offers a unique twist on the traditional carrot cake, ensuring there's something to satisfy every palate.

From the classic recipe that stays true to the timeless flavors of carrot cake to variations that incorporate unique ingredients like pineapple and coconut, this article has it all. Discover the magic of the gluten-free carrot cake that caters to those with dietary restrictions, or tantalize your taste buds with the richness of the chocolate cream cheese frosting in the chocolate carrot cake recipe. And for those who love a touch of spice, the spicy carrot cake recipe infuses warmth and depth of flavor into every bite.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CARROT CAKE III



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I've tried many carrot cakes, and this is my favorite recipe. If you don't like pecans, feel free to leave them out.

Provided by Tammy Elliott

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 eggs
1 ¼ cups vegetable oil
2 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 cups grated carrots
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup butter, softened
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs, oil, white sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla. Mix in flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Stir in carrots. Fold in pecans. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
  • To Make Frosting: In a medium bowl, combine butter, cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stir in chopped pecans. Frost the cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574.6 calories, Carbohydrate 63.7 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 34.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 347.2 mg, Sugar 49.9 g

KATHY'S CARROT CAKE



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I've been making this carrot cake for over twenty years and it never fails to get raves when I serve it. Both my brothers-in-law won't let me come to a family gathering if I'm not bringing it.

Provided by KathyRose

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 13x9x2 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 eggs
1 1/2 cups oil
2 cups sugar
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
3 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups grated carrots (don't skimp)
1 cup chopped walnuts
3 ounces cream cheese (room temp.)
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter (room temp.)
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In large bowl beat the eggs, oil and sugar.
  • Add flour, baking soda, cinnamon,salt and mix well.
  • Add grated carrots and walnuts, mix well, pour into a 13x9x2 inch pan that has been greased and floured.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for approx.
  • 50 minutes.
  • Do not over bake.
  • Cool completely.
  • Frost.
  • Cream Cheese Frosting: In small bowl: cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter and vanilla.
  • Beat until smooth, frost.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 684.2, Fat 41.9, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 88.5, Sodium 495.1, Carbohydrate 73.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 54.6, Protein 6.6

KATHY'S CARROT CAKE



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My friend Kathy makes this and it is so good that I had to ask her for the recipe. I love this cake. My sister and I were talking about my Aunt Mary's carrot cake that she has been making for at least 50 some years. I had her email me the recipe because I couldn't find my copy. This is exactly the same cake recipe! The...

Provided by Melanie B

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 25

CREAM TOGETHER FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES:
1 1/2 c vegetable oil- what ever kind you have on hand- i used canola
4 eggs
2 c sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 Tbsp cinnamon
1 tsp salt
ADD TO THAT
2 tsp baking soda
2 c all purpose flour
STIR IN
3 c grated carrots (packed) or 1 lb grated
FROSTING #1 (THAT I HAVE MADE)
1 stick margarine ( i use butter)
8 oz cream cheese (low fat works just fine)
1 box powdered sugar (about 3 cups)
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c pecans, in pieces (optional)
FROSTING #2 MY AUNT MARY'S FROSTING- I HAVE NOT MADE IT
3/4 Tbsp flour
3/4 c milk
dash(es) salt
3/4 c butter
3/4 c sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Cream together the first 6 ingredients.
  • 2. Add baking soda and flour. Mix well
  • 3. Stir in carrots (3 packed cups grated AKA 1 pound of grated carrots)
  • 4. Grease and flour pans. Bake in a 325 oven for @ 40 minutes. Makes 1 9x13 or 2 8x8 or 9 mini loaves (these will take less time in the oven).
  • 5. Frosting #1 Soften the margarine (Or butter is what I normally use) and the cream cheese. Beat the butter with the cream cheese, add vanilla and powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in nuts if desired. Spread on cooled cakes.
  • 6. Frosting #2- Aunt Mary's Combine the flour and milk in a small saucepan and bring to a boil until thick and gloppy, this is where you think you ruined it, it looks horrid. Cool off in the refrigerator until cold. Put into a mixing bowl and add the butter, sugar salt, and vanilla. Beat until it looks like whipping cream, takes as long as 10 minutes, test to be sure you have dissolved the sugar before you frost the cake with it, if not then beat it some more.. Aunt Mary also adds 1 cup of chopped nuts to the cake.

OLD-FASHIONED CARROT CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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A pleasingly moist cake, this treat is the one I requested that my mom make each year for my birthday. It's dotted with sweet carrots and a hint of cinnamon. The fluffy buttery frosting is scrumptious with chopped walnuts stirred in. One piece of this homemade carrot cake is never enough-better than all the other carrot cakes recipes I've tried!-Kim Orr, West Grove, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 large eggs
2 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 to 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups grated carrots
FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk
1 cup chopped walnuts, optional
Orange and green food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, sugar and oil. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt and nutmeg; beat into egg mixture. Stir in carrots., Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in another large bowl, cream butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Add enough milk to achieve desired spreading consistency. Reserve 1/2 cup frosting for decorating if desired. If desired, stir walnuts into remaining frosting. , Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. If decorating the cake, tint 1/4 cup reserved frosting orange and 1/4 cup green. Cut a small hole in the corner of pastry or plastic bag; insert #7 round pastry tip. Fill the bag with orange frosting. Pipe twelve carrots on top of cake, so each slice will have a carrot. Using #67 leaf pastry tip and the green frosting, pipe a leaf at the top of each carrot. , Store cake in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calories, Fat 28g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (54g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start baking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use fresh carrots: Fresh carrots will give your cake a more vibrant flavor and color.
  • Grate the carrots finely: This will help them distribute evenly throughout the cake batter.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Bake the cake at the right temperature: The cake should be baked at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a cream cheese frosting: Cream cheese frosting is a classic pairing for carrot cake. Make sure to use full-fat cream cheese for the best flavor.
  • Decorate the cake with chopped nuts or sprinkles: This will add a festive touch to your cake.

Conclusion:

Kathy's Carrot Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, sweet flavor, and cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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