Ingredients:
This delicious and celebratory cake is perfect for a 50th birthday celebration. To make this cake you will need:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 cups chopped walnuts
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup butter, softened
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Cake decorations of your choice (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. In a separate bowl beat together the eggs, sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and oil. Slowly blend the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Stir in the carrots, pineapple, and walnuts. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
For the frosting, beat together the cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Slowly beat in the confectioners' sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until the frosting is smooth. Spread the frosting on top of the cooled cake. Decorate with cake decorations of your choice or just leave the cake plain.
Nutrition
This delicious carrot cake with cream cheese frosting is full of flavor and perfect for a 50th birthday celebration. Each slice has approximately 500 calories, 25 grams of fat, 64 grams of carbohydrates, and 6 grams of protein.
These nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients used and the size of the slices served.
This cake is a sweet treat and should be enjoyed in moderation. Pair it with a cup of tea or coffee for a special treat.
Final Thoughts
Celebrate a 50th birthday with this delicious and moist carrot cake with cream cheese frosting. It’s easy to make and sure to be a hit at any birthday celebration. This cake is a great way to say “Happy Birthday” to someone special.
If you love this cake, you can also try making it with different fruits, nuts, and spices. You can even skip the frosting and top it with a simple glaze or sprinkle of confectioners' sugar. This cake is a great way to show someone you care.