Easy Carrot Sheet Cake Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

This Carrot Sheet Cake recipe is the perfect blend of sweet, moist, and spice-filled flavor, making it a delightful treat for any gathering or a cozy family dessert. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, it brings classic carrot cake goodness in an easy-to-serve form.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 4 large eggs
• 3 cups grated carrots
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well blended.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
   • Fold in the grated carrots, and if using, the walnuts and raisins.
5. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
   • Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
   • Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
6. Prepare the Frosting:
   • In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
   • Gradually add the powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract and beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
7. Frost the Cake:
   • Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
8. Serve:
   • Cut the cake into squares and serve.
   • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

This Carrot Sheet Cake is not only delicious but also easy to make and perfect for any occasion where a comforting, homemade dessert is desired. Enjoy the rich flavors and soft, moist texture that make this cake a sure favorite.