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Cozy Carrot Cake Sheet Cake Recipe with Easy Maple Frosting

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A moist and flavorful carrot sheet cake with warm spices and a luscious maple cream cheese frosting, perfect for cozy gatherings or a comforting treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (110g) brown sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots (about 4 medium carrots)
  • ½ cup (60g) chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tbsp (55g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup (60ml) pure maple syrup
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch sheet pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray. Line with parchment paper if desired.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Grate the carrots finely using a box grater or food processor.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a rubber spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in the grated carrots and optional chopped walnuts evenly.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 35–40 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool the cake completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  10. To make the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and maple syrup, beating until fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
  11. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon. Swirl gently for a rustic look.
  12. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake. Use room temperature eggs and cream cheese for smooth blending. Start checking the cake at 35 minutes to prevent overbaking. Use pure maple syrup for best flavor. Cool cake completely before frosting to prevent melting. If frosting is too soft, chill the cake for 20 minutes before slicing.

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Keywords: carrot cake, sheet cake, maple frosting, cream cheese frosting, easy dessert, cozy cake, homemade carrot cake

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