Walnut Carrot Cake Recipe

Name: Walnut 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); 1-1/4 cups mayonnaise; 4 eggs; 1/4 cup water; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 2 cups shredded carrots; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts; 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 5 tablespoons butter, softened; 4 cups confectioners' sugar; 2 tablespoons milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Orange gel food coloring and fresh parsley, optional

Servings: persons

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups mayonnaise
4 eggs
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 cups shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
5 tablespoons butter, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Orange gel food coloring and fresh parsley, optional

1
In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients until well blended. Stir in carrots and nuts.
2
Pour into a greased
3
. Bake at 350u00b0 for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
4
For frosting, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Beat in the confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla until smooth.
5
Tint a small amount of frosting orange for the carrot if desired. Frost cake with plain frosting. Cut into squares. Pipe an orange carrot onto each square; add a parsley sprig for the carrot top if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

1543

kcal

Calories

Fat

220

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size), 1-1/4 cups mayonnaise, 4 eggs, 1/4 cup water, and more.

Yes, Walnut 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.

Walnut Carrot Cake

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