I was in the mood for Carrot cake the other day. This is a treat that I never make since no one in my family is a fan. My husband says he has a strict policy of no vegetables in his desserts. Unfortunately my boys agree. They are really missing out! I decided to make mini cakes, so I could easily share the cake. I baked the batter in my Texas muffin pan. And I think they turned out great! I love that this recipe has crushed pineapple in it and no raisins. You could add raisins if you are a fan. I am not. I put a classic cream cheese frosting on top, but next time I am going to use Brittany’s Brown Butter Frosting. Don’t you think that would be amazing on carrot cake? I ended up bringing these over to the ladies I visit teach and a few neighbors. The size was perfect for sharing.
1 C. oil
2 C. brown sugar
2 C. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. soda
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cinnamon
3 C. grated carrots
5 oz. crushed pineapple; drained
1 C. chopped nuts (I left these out)
1 8 oz pkg. softened cream cheese
1/4 lb softened butter
1-1/2 lb powdered sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
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I will have to try this. My husband LOVES carrot cake!
I came across your blog via blog via blog, and just wanted to let you know that I LOVE YOUR BLOG!! I have cooked just about everything you have posted in the last 3 months. I was just looking for a new carrot cake, and wouldn’t you know … you came up with this one! Thanks, from a true Sisters Cafe FAN!
Looks delish! I like the cupcake idea, so fun to share!
These carrot cakes are AWESOME!! thanks for sharing the recipe, sis!
I made your Cinnabun cake and absolutley LOVED it, I used the 2 sticks of butter when I made it!! I ‘ll try these mini carrot cakes too!
Oooo… I love these! And so does my husband! Melanie shared with me after after she also babysat my little boy. What a nice sister. :)
These are SO cute!
Your carrot mini cake looks fab!