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Carrot-Sheet-Cake-with-Brown-Butter-Cream-Cheese-Frosting-Recipe

Carrot Sheet Cake with Brown Butter Cream Cheese Frosting

This Carrot Sheet Cake with Brown Butter Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful treat with an irresistible flavor and easy preparation. Packed with grated carrots and a rich frosting, it’s perfect for gatherings or as a comforting dessert at home.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/3 cups grated carrot (about 3–4 medium carrots)
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
  • 1 stick salted butter, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 – 2 cups powdered sugar depending on desired sweetness and thickness
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix in the grated carrots until combined.
  3. Add the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to the mixture. Beat until just combined and stir in the shredded coconut if using.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until the center is just set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before frosting.
  5. For the frosting, melt the salted butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes until the sugar dissolves, then remove from heat.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and let cool until no longer hot but still pourable. Add the cream cheese and beat until creamy.
  7. Sift in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. If the frosting is too runny, add more powdered sugar or chill briefly to firm up. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake and slice to serve.

Notes

Feel free to add nuts for an extra crunch in the cake.
Let the cake cool completely before applying the frosting to prevent melting.
Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of powdered sugar in the frosting.

  • Author: Lauren
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Find it online: https://www.donecook.com/carrot-sheet-cake-with-brown-butter-cream-cheese-frosting/