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    Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake

    Pioneer Woman carrot cake is a light and fluffy cake with creamy cream cheese frosting. The grated carrots provide color, texture, moisture, and nutritional value to this cake. Because it is a beautiful, four-layer cake, it would be perfect for a birthday or special party.

    Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake

    Sometimes, making cakes, and especially layer cakes, can be a daunting task. However, making this Pioneer Woman carrot cake is easy with a few tips.

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    Does Traditional Carrot Cake Have Raisins?

    Traditional carrot cake often uses pineapple, raisins, and shredded coconut for natural sweetness, but other carrot cake recipes like this Pioneer Woman carrot cake include cream cheese frosting as well. Spices such as cinnamon, ginger, and ground spice mixes are sometimes added to the cake batter as well, along with nuts such as walnuts or pecans.

    Can I Add Pineapple to Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake?

    Many carrot cake recipes include pineapple so it could be a wonderful addition to this Pioneer Woman carrot cake. If you choose to add pineapple to your cake, be aware that it may impact the batter, how it bakes in the oven, and how long it needs to bake due to its moisture content.

    Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake
    Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake

    What Else Can I Add to My Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake?

    Instead of pineapple, you could certainly substitute the oil with applesauce if you like.

    How to Make Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake?

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
    2. Grease two 8-inch round cake pans with oil, line them with parchment paper, and lightly dust them with flour.
    3. In a large bowl, stir the granulated sugar with the oil and eggs.
    4. In another bowl, whisk the flour with the baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
    5. Stir the flour mixture into the egg mixture. Add the carrots and stir until well combined.
    6. Bake the carrot cake for about 30 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
    7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
    8. In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese on medium speed until smooth. Then, add the powdered sugar and vanilla and beat until fluffy.
    9. Place one cake layer on a platter and top it with some of the frosting. Then, place the other layer of the cake on top and frost with the remaining frosting.
    10. Sprinkle the cake with pecans and serve.

    How to Store Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake at Room Temperature?

    1. After baking, allow your Pioneer Woman carrot cake to cool to room temperature.
    2. Store it tightly in an airtight container. You can also cover it with plastic wrap if desired.
    3. Properly stored, your Pioneer Woman carrot cake should last for 1 to 2 days at room temperature if you keep it away from direct sunlight.
    Carrot Cake Pioneer Woman
    Carrot Cake Pioneer Woman

    How Long Does Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake Stay Fresh?

    • In the Fridge: Unfrosted cake layers will keep in the fridge for about 1 week.
    • In the Freezer: In the freezer, carrot cake layers can keep for 2 to 3 months.

    Note: If your Pioneer Woman carrot cake is iced and decorated (and not cut), it will keep for about a week in the refrigerator.

    How to Keep My Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake From Falling After Baking?

    To keep your Pioneer Woman carrot cake from falling after baking, keep these tips and tricks in mind:

    • Follow the recipe carefully.
    • Make sure your leavening agent is fresh and active.
    • Use room temperature eggs and butter and avoid overmixing.
    • Preheat the oven and make sure it's hot enough to bake.
    • Make sure to bake your Pioneer Woman carrot cake completely.

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    Can I Leave Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake at Room Temperature Overnight?

    Pioneer Woman carrot cake can be left out overnight, as long as it is only one night. To best preserve the cake and the frosting, it is best that you store it in the refrigerator.

    How to Thaw Frozen Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake Quickly?

    You can defrost this Pioneer Woman carrot cake simply by removing it from the freezer and letting it thaw overnight in the fridge. You can remove the wrapping from the frozen cake and let it thaw on the counter until thawed.

    What Causes My Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake to Sink in the Middle?

    The main reason that your cake might sink is that it is underbaked. However, it could also be because the batter has too much sugar, fat, or leavening, or not enough liquid.

    How Do You Fix an Undercooked Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake?

    If your Pioneer Woman carrot cake is undercooked, you can continue baking it for about 10-15 minutes. Then, if it's still wet in the middle, you should cover it with foil and bake it for up to another 15 minutes.

    Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake Nutrition Facts

    Amount Per Serving ( 1 Piece - 173g )

    • Calories 577
    • Total Fat 30g
    • Saturated Fat 10g
    • Trans Fat 0.7g
    • Cholesterol 87mg
    • Sodium 415mg
    • Potassium 205mg
    • Total Carbohydrate 73g
    • Dietary Fiber 1.6g
    • Sugars 51g
    • Protein 6.6g
    • Vitamin A 105%
    • Vitamin C 3%
    • Calcium 10%
    • Iron 9%
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    Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake

    Author: Emily Hill Cooking Method:Baking Cuisine:American Courses:Cake, Dessert
    Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 30 minutesRest time: 10 minutesTotal time: 45 minutesServings:6 servingsCalories:577 kcal Best Season:Available

    Description

    Pioneer Woman carrot cake is a light and fluffy cake with creamy cream cheese frosting. The grated carrots provide color, texture, moisture, and nutritional value to this cake. Because it is a beautiful, four-layer cake, it would be perfect for a birthday or special party.

    Ingredients

      For The Cake:

    • For The Frosting:

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
    2. Grease two 8-inch round cake pans with oil, line them with parchment paper, and lightly dust them with flour.
    3. In a large bowl, stir the granulated sugar with the oil and eggs.
    4. In another bowl, whisk the flour with the baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
    5. Stir the flour mixture into the egg mixture. Add the carrots and stir until well combined.
    6. Bake the carrot cake for about 30 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
    7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
    8. In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese on medium speed until smooth. Then, add the powdered sugar and vanilla and beat until fluffy.
    9. Place one cake layer on a platter and top it with some of the frosting. Then, place the other layer of the cake on top and frost with the remaining frosting.
    10. Sprinkle the cake with pecans and serve.
    Keywords:Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake, Carrot Cake
    Nutrition Facts

    Serving Size 1

    Servings 1


    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 577
    % Daily Value *
    Total Fat 30g47%
    Saturated Fat 10g50%
    Trans Fat 0.7g
    Cholesterol 87mg29%
    Sodium 415mg18%
    Potassium 205mg6%
    Total Carbohydrate 73g25%
    Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
    Sugars 51g
    Protein 6.6g14%

    Vitamin A 105%
    Vitamin C 3%
    Calcium 10%
    Iron 9%

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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