Recipe for Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Filling

Here’s a delicious recipe for Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Filling. This moist carrot cake is paired with a creamy, sweet filling in the center, giving it a perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s ideal for special occasions or just when you’re craving something indulgent!

Ingredients:

For the Carrot Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups grated carrots (about 4-5 medium carrots)
• 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Frosting (optional):

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

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