Double-Glazed Chocolate Carrot Cake Recipe

Name: Double-Glazed Chocolate Carrot Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 tbsp. orange peel, grated; 2 tsp. baking soda; 1-1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg, freshly grated; 1-1/3 cup vegetable oil; 4 eggs; 1/2 cup orange juice; 2 carrots, shredded; 1 cup raisins; 1 cup walnuts, chopped; 3 oz. cream cheese; 1/4 cup powdered sugar; 3 to 4 tbsp. milk; 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract; 2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder

Servings: persons

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp. orange peel, grated
2 tsp. baking soda
1-1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg, freshly grated
1-1/3 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1/2 cup orange juice
2 carrots, shredded
1 cup raisins
1 cup walnuts, chopped
3 oz. cream cheese
1/4 cup powdered sugar
3 to 4 tbsp. milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder

1
Heat oven to 350F; grease 10-cup fluted tube pan, preferably Teflon coated.
2
In large bowl combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, orange peel, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, oil, eggs, and orange juice; with electric mixer at low speed, beat just until blended.
3
Increase speed to medium; beat 2 minutes until blended and smooth.
4
Stir in carrots, raisins, and chopped walnuts.
5
Pour batter into prepared pan.
6
Bake 45-50 minutes until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
7
Cool cake in pan on wire rack 15 minutes; remove from pan to rack to cool completely.
8
Meanwhile, in medium size bowl mix at medium speed, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk and vanilla until blended and smooth; remove 1 tablespoon to small bowl.
9
To mixture in medium bowl, add cocoa powder and remaining 1-2 tablespoons milk; beat until smooth and of proper consistency for glazing.
10
Spoon chocolate glaze over top of cooled cake so glaze drips randomly down sides; drizzle plain glaze over chocolate to serve.

1264

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tbsp. orange peel, grated, and more.

Yes, Double-Glazed Chocolate Carrot 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.

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Double-Glazed Chocolate Carrot Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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