Simple Indian Carrot Cake

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Simple Indian Carrot Cake Cooking Recipe

Simple Indian Carrot Cake

       
            Simple Indian Carrot Cake is one of the variety among the cakes. I learnt this recipe during my working days from one of my friends who is an Anglo-Indian from Goa. On every Christmas and Easter festivals she used to bring the special cakes like Chocolate Pan Cake , Pineapple - Carrot cake,Fruit cake, Banana cake, Coconut cake , cup cakes, Ice cream cake, etc. Still I remember the delicious taste of each one. I also used to make wonderful cakes on Christmas and birthday parties.

           Simple Indian Carrot cake is a nutritious cake which is very easy to make with the oven. The children those who do not like to eat the carrots, will definitely enjoy this healthy  and delicious carrot cake. Please find the Simple Indian Carrot Cake ingredients and method to cook.

Ingredients of Simple Indian Carrot Cake Cooking Recipe

For the cake:-

• Carrots grated - 4-6 no's
• Eggs - 4 no's
• Maida - 2 cups
• Sugar - 2 cups
• Baking Soda - 2 tsp
• Ground Cinnamon - 2 tsp
• Vegetable oil - 2 tbsp
• Salt - 1 tsp
• Butter for spreading - as required

For the frosting:

•  Cream cheese, at room temperature - 3/4 pound
•  unsalted butter, at room temperature - 1/2 pound
•  Pure vanilla extract - 1 tsp
•  Powdered sugar, sifted - 1 pound 

Method of Simple Indian Carrot Cake Cooking

For the cake :-

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
• Apply the butter on a 9 by 13 inch sheet pan or two 8 inch round pans and keep it aside.
• In a large bowl sift together maida flour, sugar, baking soda,cinnamon and salt.
• Take another small bowl and beat in the eggs and oil together well.
• Add this beaten eggs in to the first large bowl and mix them well.
• Add the carrots and stir until  well combined.
• Pour this batter into prepared pan(s).
• Bake for 30 - 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
• Remove from the oven and let it be cooled.

For the frosting :-

• Mix the cream cheese, butter and vanilla in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until just combined.
• Add the sugar and mix until smooth.
• Place 1 layer, flat-side up, on a flat plate or cake pedestal.
• With a knife or offset spatula, spread the top with frosting.
• Place the second layer on top, rounded side up, and spread the frosting evenly on the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with diced pineapple.
• Slice as desired and serve.

Kitchen Tips :-

• Always use the fresh eggs, when you bake the cakes.It will increase the softness of the cake.
• When you keep the prepared cake for 2 days, the taste will be more.
• To reduce the smell of the eggs ,add 1/2 tsp of any essence (vanilla or pineapple)

My friends,try the Simple Indian Carrot Cake today itself and enjoy !!!