Swiss Carrot Cake
A moist, spiced carrot cake topped with creamy frosting and crunchy nuts—perfect for a quick dessert or snack.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
Step 2
In a large bowl, mix 1.5 cups flour, 0.75 cup sugar, 2 eggs, and 0.5 cup oil until smooth. Stir in 2 grated carrots until well combined.
Step 3
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted comes out clean, about 25-30 minutes. Let cool completely.
Step 4
Spread 0.5 cup cream cheese frosting over the cooled cake. Sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- 8-inch round cake pan
- grater
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- toothpick
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