This Chocolate Carrot Cake combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the moistness of carrots, creating a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s an excellent choice for a Carrot Cake Birthday Cake or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth.

The recipe is straightforward and ideal for both novice and experienced bakers. You can enjoy this cake as part of your collection of Sweet Dishes Recipes, and it’s sure to be a hit at gatherings or family dinners.

Delicious Chocolate Carrot Cake Recipe

This Chocolate Carrot Cake features a moist and rich chocolate base infused with grated carrots, topped with a creamy frosting. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 10 people.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• For the frosting:
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, eggs, grated carrots, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
5. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
6. Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
7. Frost the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.
8. Serve: Slice and enjoy your delicious Chocolate Carrot Cake, perfect for any celebration or as a fun baking recipe!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 10 slices
• Calories: 450kcal
• Fat: 22g
• Protein: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 60g