Carrot Spice Piñata Cake
This Carrot Spice Piñata Cake combines the warmth of spiced carrot cake with a hidden surprise of sweet treats inside. Perfect for celebrations, this cake is not only visually appealing but also offers a delightful flavor experience with every slice.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 cup chocolate candies (for filling)
- 2 cups cream cheese frosting
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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Step 3:
In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add the oil and vanilla extract. Mix well.
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Step 4:
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped nuts.
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Step 5:
Divide the batter evenly between two greased 9-inch round cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Step 6:
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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Step 7:
Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Cut a hole in the center of the top layer and fill it with chocolate candies. Place the second layer on top.
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Step 8:
Frost the top and sides of the cake with cream cheese frosting.
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Step 9:
Slice the cake and serve. Enjoy the surprise of candies inside!