Carrot Cake Crock Pot Recipe
Description
Carrot cake is a classic dessert that is enjoyed by many. This carrot cake crock pot recipe is easy to make and doesn’t require any baking. It is a great way to get a delicious dessert without having to worry about making a mess in the kitchen. The crock pot allows the cake to cook slowly and evenly, resulting in a moist and flavorful cake. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement to this delicious cake. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
Prep Time
This recipe requires about 15 minutes of prep time. This includes gathering all of the ingredients, measuring them out, and greasing the crock pot. Once all of the ingredients are prepped, the cake can be put in the crock pot and left to cook.
Cook Time
This crock pot carrot cake takes about 2 hours to cook. The cooking time can vary depending on the size of your crock pot and the temperature setting. You can check the cake for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Begin by greasing the inside of a 4-quart crock pot with butter or non-stick cooking spray. This will help to ensure that the cake doesn’t stick to the sides of the pot.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until everything is just combined. Do not over mix.
4. Gently fold in the carrots and walnuts.
5. Pour the batter into the greased crock pot and spread it out evenly. Cover the pot and cook on low for 2 hours.
6. While the cake is cooking, make the cream cheese frosting. Cream together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Set aside.
7. Once the cake is done cooking, turn off the crock pot and leave the cake to cool for 15-20 minutes.
8. Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
9. Cut the cake into slices and serve.
Equipment
- 4-quart Crock Pot
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Whisk
- Spatula
Notes
This cake can be served warm or cold. It can also be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave before serving.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 428
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 439mg
- Sugar: 27g
Recipe Tips
This recipe can be easily adapted to suit your own tastes. You can add other spices such as nutmeg or ground ginger, or use different types of nuts such as pecans or almonds. You can also use different types of frosting such as a buttercream or chocolate frosting. For a lighter cake, try substituting applesauce for some of the oil. For a denser cake, try adding some applesauce and a little more flour.
This cake is the perfect dessert for a special occasion. It is easy to make, and the crock pot keeps the cake moist and delicious. The cream cheese frosting adds a delicious sweetness to the cake. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. Enjoy!
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