Carrot and Coconut Cake

Name: Carrot and Coconut Cake
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 cup water; 4 eggs; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 cups coarsely shredded peeled carrots (3 medium); 1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts; 1 cup powdered sugar; 1/4 cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 tub (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Cream Cheese Frosting; 1 cup toasted coconut

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Prep 25 min
Total 1 hr 30 min
Servings 12

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A delightful twist on the classic carrot cake! Using the convenience of Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix, this recipe delivers a soft and flavorful carrot cake that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. Drizzled with vanilla glaze, topped with luscious Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Cream Cheese Frosting and adorned with a generous sprinkle of toasted coconut, this dessert is sure to be a hit at any gathering or celebration. Dive into this easy-to-make and irresistible carrot cake that will leave everyone asking for more.

By Ericka Sanchez

Updated Jan 4, 2024

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Ingredients

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup water
4 eggs
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups coarsely shredded peeled carrots (3 medium)
1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tub (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Cream Cheese Frosting
1 cup toasted coconut

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Betty Crocker Cake Mix

Steps

1

Heat oven to 350°F. Spray a 13x9-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
2

In a large bowl, beat cake mix, oil, water, eggs, cinnamon and nutmeg with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in carrots and walnuts. Pour batter in prepared pan.
3

Bake about 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cake for 10 minutes.
4

Meanwhile, whisk together powdered sugar, milk and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Using a skewer, poke a few holes in cake top. Drizzle glaze evenly over cake.
5

Frost cake with Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Cream Cheese Frosting. Sprinkle with toasted coconut. Slice and serve.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the recommended pan size for baking?

Use a 13x9-inch baking pan.

What flavor glaze is used?

I added a vanilla glaze directly on top of the slightly warm cake before adding the frosting.

What’s the topping on the carrot cake?

It's decorated with Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Cream Cheese Frosting and toasted coconut.

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