Autumn Carrot Spice Cake Recipe

Name: Autumn Carrot Spice Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cup grated carrot (approx 6 med/large); 1 cup black raisins (e.g. black beauty); 1 tsp kosher salt; 4 tsp baking powder; 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice; 3 large eggs; 1 1/2 cup sugar; 2 tsp vanilla; 1 cup cooking oil; 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk; 3 33/100 cup all purpose flour; 3 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened; 2 pinch kosher salt; 2 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice; 1/4 tsp vanilla; 2 tbsp milk; 2 tsp rum; 1 pumpkin pie spice, sprinkled

Servings: persons

2 cup grated carrot (approx 6 med/large)
1 cup black raisins (e.g. black beauty)
1 tsp kosher salt
4 tsp baking powder
2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cup sugar
2 tsp vanilla
1 cup cooking oil
1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
3 33/100 cup all purpose flour
3 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
2 pinch kosher salt
2 1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/4 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp milk
2 tsp rum
1 pumpkin pie spice, sprinkled

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
Grease and flour a large bundt pan.
3
I use softened unsalted butter and a pastry brush to slather an ample amount in all the nooks and crannies.
4
Always tap out any excess flour.
5
Put the first ten ingredients (no flour) in a large mixing bowl.
6
Mix well with a whisk.
7
This is what I call a slough.
8
Add the flour and stir with a wooden spoon just until mixed.
9
Do not over mix.
10
Transfer batter to prepared bundt pan using a rubber spatula/spoon.
11
Tap pan on counter to ensure there are no air pockets.
12
Place cake on center rack of oven to bake 55-60 minutes.
13
Cake will test with a pick.
14
Remove cake from oven and cool on a rack for 15 minutes, then remove from pan and finish cooling on rack.
15
Make the frosting by placing all the frosting ingredients in a medium bowl and mixing well with a wooden spoon.
16
Frost the cooled cake with the frosting using a butter knife.
17
Sprinkle a little pumpkin pie spice on top of cake for decoration.
18
Keeps at room temp on a cake plate with a dome.
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Note: If you wish, you can add up to one cup nuts to the cake batter.
20
Add them when you add the flour.
21
Walnuts would be my choice here.
22
If you have a convection oven reduce temp to 325 and bake the same amount of time.

1940

kcal

Calories

102

Fat

242

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cup grated carrot (approx 6 med/large), 1 cup black raisins (e.g. black beauty), 1 tsp kosher salt, 4 tsp baking powder, and more.

Yes, Autumn Carrot Spice Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Autumn Carrot Spice Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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