Recreate the Famous J Alexanders Carrot Cake Recipe Now
Experience the magic of J Alexanders carrot cake recipe in your kitchen. Discover the perfect balance of spices and cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped pecans
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparing the Cake Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs, oil, sugar, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated.
- Fold in the grated carrots and chopped pecans.
Baking the Carrot Cake
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Whipping Up the Cream Cheese Frosting
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
Assembling and Decorating
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of frosting on top.
- Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Optionally, decorate with additional chopped pecans or carrot curls.