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Slice of carrot cake with cream cheese frosting garnished with walnuts.

Best Carrot Cake in Colorado Springs with Cream Cheese Frosting

Discover the secrets to baking the best carrot cake in Colorado Springs with cream cheese frosting. This guide covers everything from the history of carrot cake in the area to step-by-step recipes, tips, and FAQs to help you create a moist, flavorful dessert that rivals local bakeries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pans
  • Electric Mixer

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 2 cups finely grated carrots
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp orange zest optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, and oil until smooth. Gradually fold in grated carrots and optional walnuts.
  • Slowly incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • To make the frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter together until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and optional orange zest.
  • Level the cakes with a serrated knife. Spread a generous layer of frosting on the top of one cake. Place the second cake on top and frost the entire surface. Garnish with chopped walnuts or shredded coconut.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute low-fat cream cheese and butter. Store the cake in the refrigerator if using cream cheese frosting.
Keyword Carrot Cake, Colorado Springs, Cream Cheese Frosting