Spicy Carrot Cake Recipe

Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of this moist and delicious spicy carrot cake. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of cayenne pepper, this cake is topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting for the ultimate treat.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup raisins

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, walnuts, and raisins.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
9. Slice and enjoy!

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