Layered Carrot Cake Recipe

Name: Layered Carrot Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size); 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 4 large eggs; 2/3 cup orange juice; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 3 cups grated carrots; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts; 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 3 cups confectioners' sugar; 1 to 2 tablespoons orange juice; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Servings: persons

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
4 large eggs
2/3 cup orange juice
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 cups grated carrots
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

1
In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pudding mix and cinnamon. Whisk the eggs, orange juice and oil; add to dry ingredients. Beat until well blended. Stir in the carrots, raisins and nuts (batter will be thick).
2
Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350u00b0 for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
3
For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar, orange juice and zest; beat until smooth. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.

1715

kcal

Calories

Fat

190

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size), 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 4 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Layered 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.

Layered Carrot Cake

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