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Zesty Spiced Carrot & Golden Sultana Layer Cake
Zesty Spiced Carrot & Golden Sultana Layer Cake
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25m
Prep
40m
Cook
10
Servings
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Elevate your baking repertoire with this incredibly moist, spice-forward carrot cake featuring a bright citrus-infused cream cheese frosting. This refined version balances natural sweetness with a tender crumb, making it the perfect centerpiece for any gathering.
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Ingredients
- ✓600 ml cake flour
- ✓300 ml light brown sugar
- ✓1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- ✓1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ✓0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ✓0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- ✓180 ml grapeseed oil
- ✓120 ml unsweetened applesauce
- ✓3 large eggs
- ✓720 ml freshly grated carrots
- ✓180 ml golden sultanas
- ✓180 ml toasted pecans, chopped
- ✓340 g cream cheese, room temperature
- ✓120 ml unsalted butter, softened
- ✓600 ml powdered sugar, sifted
- ✓15 ml fresh orange zest
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Instructions
1
Whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, ginger, nutmeg, and salt in a large mixing bowl until combined.
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Tip:Sift the flour twice to ensure an exceptionally light texture.
2
In a separate vessel, whisk the oil, applesauce, and eggs until emulsified, then fold into the dry ingredients.
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Tip:Do not overmix; stop as soon as the flour streaks disappear.
3
Gently incorporate the grated carrots, sultanas, and pecans by hand until evenly distributed.
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Tip:Use a box grater for carrots to ensure they soften perfectly during the bake.
4
Divide the batter into two greased 8-inch round cake pans and bake at 177 °C (175 °C) for 35-40 minutes.
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Tip:A skewer inserted into the center should come out clean when the cake is fully set.
5
Prepare the frosting by whipping the cream cheese, butter, and orange zest until fluffy, then gradually add the powdered sugar.
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Tip:Beat on high speed for at least 3 minutes to achieve a professional, silky finish.
6
Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the layers and top with additional toasted pecans.
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Tip:Cooling the cake layers completely before frosting prevents the cream cheese from melting.
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