Amaretto Carrot Cake

A boozy twist on the classic delicious carrot cake, guaranteed to impress at your next dinner party

Impress at your next dinner party with this alcoholic twist on the traditional carrot cake recipe. Feel free to add a bit more Amaretto in the stated points in the recipe for a more boozier kick to each slice.

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Ingredients

For the cake batter:

• 2 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour

• 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar

• 1/2 cup (115 g) dark brown sugar

• 1/4 cup (60 ml) Amaretto (almond liqueur)

• 1 tsp (3 g) ground ginger

• 2 tsp (5 g) ground cinnamon

• 1/2 tsp (1 g) freshly grated nutmeg

• 1 tsp (4 g) fine sea salt

• 2 tsp (7 g) baking soda

• 4 large eggs

• 1 cup (250 ml) vegetable oil

• 3 cups (250 g) grated carrots

• 1/3 cup (55 g) golden raisins (soaked in 2 tbsp Amaretto for 30 minutes)

• 1 cup (125 g) pecans or walnuts, lightly crushed

For the frosting:

• 8 oz (225 g) full-fat cream cheese, softened

• 1.75 cups (220 g) powdered sugar

• 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream

• 2 tbsp (30 ml) Amaretto

• Pinch of salt

Method

Prepare the cake batter:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugars, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking soda.

3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, oil, and Amaretto.

4. Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.

5. Stir in the grated carrots, soaked raisins (drained), and nuts.

Bake the cake:

1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

2. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

3. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the frosting:

1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.

2. Add powdered sugar and beat until fluffy.

3. Gradually add the heavy cream, Amaretto, and a pinch of salt. Mix until creamy and spreadable.

Assemble the cake:

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top.

2. Place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake.

3. Decorate with crushed walnuts, carrot frosting pieces, or a drizzle of extra Amaretto for a glossy finish.