Jamaican Carrot Cake Recipes Full Of Flavor

Are you ready to indulge in a delightful baking experience? This Jamaican Carrot Cake is not just any dessert – it’s a warm embrace of flavors and a sweet adventure! Perfect for celebrations or a cozy afternoon treat, this recipe will guide you through the art of creating a wonderfully moist and rich carrot cake topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Jamaican Carrot Cake

To start your journey, here is a tantalizing image of what your masterpiece will look like:

Delicious Jamaican Carrot Cake ### Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
3 cups grated carrots
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In another bowl, combine the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
For the frosting, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until creamy.
Once the cakes are completely cool, spread frosting on top of one cake layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate with extra nuts or shredded coconut if desired, and enjoy your cake!

Now that you have your Jamaican Carrot Cake ready, it’s time to slice a piece and savor the rich flavors. Share it with friends and family, and watch as they fall in love with this irresistible dessert!