Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing or lining with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, fine sea salt, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves until well mixed.
- In another bowl, cream together the melted unsalted butter and both the light brown and granulated sugars until smooth. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients. Fold in the grated carrots, canned crushed pineapple, raisins, and half of the chopped walnuts.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the frosting by beating the cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and ground cinnamon.
- Once the cake layers are cool, place one layer on a platter, spread half of the cream cheese frosting over it, and then gently add the second layer.
- Apply a thin crumb coat of frosting around the cake, refrigerate for 2 hours, and then frost with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
- Garnish with remaining chopped walnuts before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Allow cake layers to cool completely before frosting to ensure the best result. Experiment with optional ingredients for personalized flavors.
