Best 2 Traditional Carrot Cake Recipes
Carrot cake is a classic dessert that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a moist and flavorful cake that is made with grated carrots, spices, and nuts. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement to the sweet and spicy cake. This article provides recipes for both the carrot cake and the cream cheese frosting, as well as a few additional variations on the classic recipe. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, you are sure to find a recipe that you will love.
For those who prefer a more traditional carrot cake, there is a recipe that uses all of the classic ingredients, including grated carrots, spices, nuts, and a cream cheese frosting. For those who want a more unique twist on the classic carrot cake, there are recipes for a chocolate carrot cake, a pineapple carrot cake, and a carrot cake with a maple cream cheese frosting. No matter what your taste, there is sure to be a carrot cake recipe in this article that you will enjoy.
TRADITIONAL SWISS CARROT CAKE (AARGAUER RUEBLI TORTE)
Posted by request, this recipe is an adaptation of one found in The Swiss Cookbook by Nika Standen Hazelton. The prep time is approximate and allows for grating of carrots and beating of egg whites as well as the actual mixing up of the batter.
Provided by HeatherFeather
Categories Dessert
Time 2h
Yield 10 or more slices
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine carrots and nuts in a mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs with the spices and baking powder, then blend into the carrot mixture.
- Beat the egg yolks until thick and lemony.
- Gradually beat the granulated sugar into the yolks, along with the lemon rind and the Kirsch (more authentic) or lemon juice (if you don't like to use alcohol in your cooking).
- Beat this mixture until thick, then stir into the carrot mixture.
- Beat egg whites in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form, then fold them gently into the carrot mixture- do not overmix.
- Line an 8" springform pan with waxed paper or parchment.
- Grease pan (including the paper lining) and dust with a very light sprinkling of fine dry breadcrumbs.
- Shake pan to make sure breadcrumbs coat evenly.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake in a preheated moderate oven at 350 F for 1 hour, or until a cake tester comes out clean.
- Let cool.
- Mix together glaze ingredients.
- Remove sides from pan and set cake on a wire rack that has been set over wax paper to catch the drips.
- Spoon the glaze over the top of the cake and sides, using a spatula to even out the glaze as you prefer.
- Garnish with some candied fruits, if desired.
- Store in a tightly covered cake box.
- This cake improves with age.
TRADITIONAL CARROT CAKE
Make and share this Traditional Carrot Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
- Spray Two (8-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray; dust bottom and sides with flour. Set aside.
- Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Beat eggs, vegetable oil, and Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking at medium speed with an electric mixer until batter is smooth. Add flour mixture beating at low speed until blended. Fold in carrots, pineapple, walnuts, and coconut.
- Pour batter into prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on a wire rack 10 minutes. Remove from pans, and let cool completely.
- To make the frosting: Place frosting ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix on medium speed until well blended. Ice cake when cake is completely cool.
- Optional garnish: Sprinkle finely chopped walnuts over the top of the cake.
Tips:
- Use fresh carrots. Fresh carrots have a sweeter taste and a more vibrant color than older carrots.
- Grate the carrots finely. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the cake and prevent them from becoming too crunchy.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Use a bundt pan. A bundt pan will give the cake a beautiful shape and allow it to cook evenly.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
- Use a cream cheese frosting. Cream cheese frosting is a classic pairing for carrot cake. It's rich, tangy, and sweet.
- Garnish the cake with chopped walnuts or pecans. This will add a nice crunch and extra flavor to the cake.
Conclusion:
Carrot cake is a delicious and versatile cake that can be enjoyed all year round. It's perfect for potlucks, parties, and special occasions. With a few simple tips, you can make a carrot cake that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cake, give carrot cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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