Delicious and Moist Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Recipe

Indulge in a delightful gluten-free carrot cake that is incredibly moist and flavorful. Packed with grated carrots, juicy raisins, and crunchy walnuts, this cake is perfect for any occasion. The cream cheese frosting adds a deliciously tangy and creamy finish. With this easy recipe, you can enjoy a scrumptious carrot cake that is also gluten-free!

Ingredients

• 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In another bowl, beat the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Fold in the grated carrots, chopped walnuts, and raisins.
6. Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Meanwhile, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy and smooth.
10. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
11. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top.
12. Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
13. Garnish with additional grated carrots or chopped walnuts if desired.
14. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

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