Description
Carrot Cake Poke Cake is a scrumptious twist on a classic dessert that combines the moistness of carrot cake with a creamy, decadent frosting. Infused with warm spices and topped with a luscious cream cheese mixture, this cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy nights at home. The delightful texture and rich flavors will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups finely grated carrots
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a rectangular baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix oil, eggs, and grated carrots until blended.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once cooled, frost with cream cheese mixture and sprinkle with walnuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg