Sam’s Famous Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Sam’s Famous Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting sounds like the kind of dessert that becomes legendary! A moist, spiced carrot cake paired with rich and tangy cream cheese frosting is an irresistible combination. Here’s a recipe that will help you recreate Sam’s Famous Carrot Cake at home:

Sam’s Famous Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting 🥕🍰

Ingredients:

For the Carrot Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups finely grated carrots (about 4-5 medium carrots)
• 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

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