Greystone Classic Carrot Cake 🥕
Description:
Indulge in the luscious delight of Greystone Classic Carrot Cake, a recipe straight from the renowned Greystone Bakery Cookbook. This exquisite treat, adorned with plump raisins, crunchy walnuts, and hints of zesty lemon, promises a delectable deviation from the ordinary. For carrot cake enthusiasts like myself, the quest for the perfect recipe is never-ending, and this rendition undoubtedly ranks high on the list of favorites. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that’s both familiar and refreshingly unique!
Key Information:
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Vegetable, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
- Servings: 8
- Calories: 1007.8 per serving
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Light brown sugar | 2 cups |
| Buttermilk | 1/2 cup |
| Honey | 1/2 cup |
| Eggs | 1/4 cup |
| Flour | 3 cups |
| Cinnamon | 2 tsp |
| Salt | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Baking soda | 1/2 tsp |
| Lemon zest | 1 tbsp |
| Carrots | 1 cup, grated |
| Raisins | 2/3 cup |
| Walnuts | 1/2 cup |
| Cream cheese | 8 oz |
| Sweet butter | 4 tbsp |
| Powdered sugar | 2 cups |
| Walnuts | 1 cup, chopped |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Cake Pans: Butter and lightly flour two 8-inch cake pans, ensuring even coverage.
- Prepare Batter: In the large bowl of a mixer, combine light brown sugar, buttermilk, honey, and eggs. Beat the mixture until it becomes light and airy.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the egg mixture, stirring gently until well combined.
- Add Flavorful Elements: Stir in lemon zest, grated carrots, raisins, and chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Fill Cake Pans: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center of the cakes springs back lightly when pressed.
- Cool: Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and transfer them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: While the cakes are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sweet butter, powdered sugar, and chopped walnuts. Mix well until smooth and creamy. Chill the frosting for at least 1 hour before applying it to the cake.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cakes have cooled and the frosting has chilled, generously spread the frosting over the top of one cake layer. Carefully place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the Greystone Classic Carrot Cake into generous portions and serve it up to delighted guests or indulge in a slice yourself. Pair it with a cup of hot coffee or tea for a truly heavenly experience!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1007.8
- Total Fat: 51.8g
- Saturated Fat: 17.6g
- Cholesterol: 141.6mg
- Sodium: 473.8mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 130.8g
- Dietary Fiber: 3.7g
- Sugar: 99.2g
- Protein: 12.3g
Final Thoughts:
Indulge your taste buds with the divine flavors of Greystone Classic Carrot Cake. This recipe is a testament to the timeless appeal of carrot cake, elevated to new heights with a medley of tantalizing ingredients. Whether served as a decadent dessert for special occasions or as a delightful treat for everyday indulgence, this cake is sure to captivate hearts and palates alike. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a baking adventure that promises pure culinary bliss!
