# What You’ll Need:
→ Carrot Cake
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
04 - ½ teaspoon salt
05 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
06 - ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - ½ teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
09 - ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
10 - 1 cup vegetable oil
11 - 4 large eggs
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - 2 ½ cups grated carrots
14 - ½ cup chopped walnuts
15 - ½ cup shredded coconut
16 - ½ cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
17 - ½ cup golden raisins
→ Chaotic Cream Cheese Frosting
18 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
19 - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
20 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
21 - 2 tablespoons orange marmalade
22 - 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
23 - ½ cup rainbow sprinkles
24 - ⅓ cup chopped pecans (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger in a medium bowl.
03 - Beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until combined.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
05 - Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until mostly combined.
06 - Gently fold in grated carrots, walnuts, shredded coconut, crushed pineapple, and golden raisins until evenly distributed.
07 - Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
08 - Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - Beat cream cheese and unsalted butter until fluffy. Add vanilla extract and orange marmalade, mixing well. Gradually beat in powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
10 - Fold in half the rainbow sprinkles and pecans, if using, to incorporate color and texture.
11 - Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a generous amount of frosting atop. Add second layer and frost top and sides.
12 - Scatter remaining sprinkles and pecans over the cake for a vibrant finish.
