Gordon Ramsay’s Carrot Cake
Gordon Ramsay’s Carrot Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines the sweetness of grated carrots with warm spices and a rich cream cheese frosting. This delightful cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual gatherings. Easy to make and visually appealing, it promises to impress your family and friends while evoking nostalgic memories of cherished moments.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups grated carrots
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil and eggs until fully blended.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently; fold in grated carrots and nuts if using.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Frost with cream cheese frosting once cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (105g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg