Description
Indulge in the delightful charm of Carrot Cake for Two, a perfectly portioned treat that satisfies your sweet cravings without overwhelming you with a large dessert. These mini cakes feature a moist and tender texture, enriched with warm spices and fresh carrots, all topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Ideal for any occasion—from birthdays to cozy nights in—these individual cakes are as fun to decorate as they are to eat. With the option to personalize each cake with adorable candied carrot decorations, you can make every serving special. Treat yourself or share these charming desserts with someone you love!
Ingredients
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- 220g vegetable oil
- 150g granulated sugar
- 100g brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 250g all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 230g freshly shredded carrots
- 460g full-fat cream cheese (cold)
- 150g full-fat mascarpone (cold)
- 60g powdered sugar, sifted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Orange and green gel food coloring (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and prepare an 11×16-inch sheet pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, vegetable oil, and sugars until smooth.
- Sift dry ingredients into the wet mixture; fold in freshly shredded carrots.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool before cutting out circles and frosting them.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cake (75g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg