Deluxe Silver Palate Carrot Cake
Indulge in this richly flavored Deluxe Silver Palate Carrot Cake, inspired by the beloved classic. With a moist and tender crumb, this cake combines the earthy sweetness of carrots, the richness of walnuts, and the delightful chewiness of shredded coconut, all spiced to perfection with aromatic cinnamon. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, it’s a perfect dessert for celebrations or a cozy gathering. Share it with loved ones and enjoy a delightful slice of sweet satisfaction that everyone will adore!
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Servings
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Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
as needed (for greasing the pan)
Unbleached all-purpose flour
3 cups (sifted)
Sugar
3 cups (granulated)
Salt
1 teaspoon (fine)
Baking soda
1 tablespoon (sifted with dry ingredients)
Ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon (sifted with dry ingredients)
Corn oil
1 cup (liquid)
Large eggs
4 (lightly beaten)
Vanilla extract
1 tablespoon (pure)
Walnuts
1 1/2 cups (shelled and chopped)
Shredded coconut
1 1/2 cups (unsweetened)
Carrots
1 1/3 cups (cooked and pureed)
Crushed pineapple
3/4 cup (drained)
Cream cheese
8 ounces (at room temperature)
Unsalted butter
6 tablespoons (at room temperature)
Confectioners' sugar
3 cups (sifted)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
Lemon
1/2 (juice of)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Deluxe Silver Palate Carrot Cake?
It is a richly flavored carrot cake inspired by a classic recipe, featuring a moist crumb, walnuts, shredded coconut, and cinnamon.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 18 total ingredients required to make both the cake and the cream cheese frosting.
What kind of frosting is used on this carrot cake?
The cake is topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting made with butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice.
Should I use raw or cooked carrots for this recipe?
The recipe specifically calls for 1 1/3 cups of carrots that have been cooked and pureed.
What type of oil is used in the batter?
The recipe uses 1 cup of liquid corn oil.
Are there nuts in this cake?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 1/2 cups of shelled and chopped walnuts.
Does the cake contain pineapple?
Yes, it includes 3/4 cup of drained crushed pineapple for added moisture and flavor.
What kind of coconut should I buy?
You should use 1 1/2 cups of unsweetened shredded coconut.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe requires 4 large eggs, which should be lightly beaten.
What spices are used to flavor the cake?
The cake is spiced with 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of sifted unbleached all-purpose flour.
How much sugar is in the cake batter?
The cake batter contains 3 cups of granulated sugar.
What leavening agent is used?
One tablespoon of sifted baking soda is used as the leavening agent.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 teaspoon of fine salt.
How much vanilla extract is used in the cake?
The cake batter requires 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract.
What are the ingredients for the cream cheese frosting?
The frosting is made of cream cheese, unsalted butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
How much cream cheese is needed for the frosting?
You will need 8 ounces of cream cheese at room temperature.
How much butter is in the frosting?
The frosting requires 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter at room temperature.
How much confectioners' sugar is used in the frosting?
The frosting uses 3 cups of sifted confectioners' sugar.
Is there vanilla in the frosting?
Yes, the frosting includes 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
Why is lemon juice added to the frosting?
The juice of half a lemon is added to provide a bright, tangy balance to the sweet frosting.
How should the pan be prepared?
The pan should be greased with butter as needed before adding the batter.
What is the texture of the Deluxe Silver Palate Carrot Cake?
The cake has a moist and tender crumb with a delightful chewiness from the shredded coconut.
Is this cake suitable for special occasions?
Yes, it is described as a perfect dessert for celebrations and gatherings.
Does the recipe use unsalted or salted butter for the frosting?
The frosting specifically calls for unsalted butter.
What is the main flavor profile of this cake?
It features earthy sweetness from carrots combined with aromatic cinnamon and rich cream cheese.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include dessert, carrot cake, silver palate, celebration, sweet, nuts, coconut, and cream cheese frosting.
How should the dry ingredients be handled?
The flour, baking soda, and cinnamon should be sifted before being combined with other ingredients.
What should the temperature of the frosting ingredients be?
Both the cream cheese and the unsalted butter should be at room temperature for the best results.
Is the pineapple fresh or canned?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of drained crushed pineapple, which is typically found in cans.