{"id":"006c03d9-f30a-4c79-a7a2-ed56f4ca4b19","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/006c03d9-f30a-4c79-a7a2-ed56f4ca4b19","source_url":"https://jamieolivereats.co.uk/carrot-cake/","title":"Jamie Oliver Carrot Cake Recipe","description":"Jamie Oliver’s Carrot Cake is a moist, spiced cake made with grated carrots, flavored with cinnamon, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. It’s a classic recipe that combines sweetness with the earthy flavor of carrots, creating a cake that’s both comforting and indulgent.","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT40M","total_time":"PT55M","image_url":"https://jamieolivereats.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Jamie-Oliver-Carrot-Cake-225x225.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"250g carrots (grated)","item":"carrots","quantity":250,"unit":"g","preparation":"grated"},{"text":"150g light brown sugar","item":"light brown sugar","quantity":150,"unit":"g"},{"text":"150g self-raising flour","item":"self-raising flour","quantity":150,"unit":"g"},{"text":"2 large eggs","item":"large eggs","quantity":2},{"text":"125ml vegetable oil","item":"vegetable oil","quantity":125,"unit":"ml"},{"text":"1 teaspoon ground cinnamon","item":"ground cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon ground ginger","item":"ground ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ teaspoon baking powder","item":"baking powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ teaspoon baking soda","item":"baking soda","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 pinch of salt","item":"salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch"},{"text":"75g walnuts (optional, chopped)","item":"walnuts","quantity":75,"unit":"g","preparation":"optional, chopped"},{"text":"200g cream cheese (room temperature)","item":"cream cheese","quantity":200,"unit":"g","preparation":"room temperature"},{"text":"100g unsalted butter (softened)","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":100,"unit":"g","preparation":"softened"},{"text":"100g icing sugar (sifted)","item":"icing sugar","quantity":100,"unit":"g","preparation":"sifted"},{"text":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract","item":"vanilla extract","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Tin"},{"number":2,"text":"Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin with parchment paper to prevent sticking."},{"number":3,"text":"Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients"},{"number":4,"text":"In a large bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. This ensures the spices and leavening agents are evenly distributed."},{"number":5,"text":"Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients"},{"number":6,"text":"In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, and light brown sugar until smooth. This forms the wet base of the cake, which helps keep it moist."},{"number":7,"text":"Step 4: Add the Carrots and Dry Ingredients"},{"number":8,"text":"Stir the grated carrots into the wet ingredients. Slowly add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. If using walnuts, fold them in at this stage."},{"number":9,"text":"Step 5: Bake the Cake"},{"number":10,"text":"Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely."},{"number":11,"text":"Step 6: Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting"},{"number":12,"text":"While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, sifted icing sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy."},{"number":13,"text":"Step 7: Frost the Cake"},{"number":14,"text":"Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting generously over the top. You can also frost the sides if you prefer. For a final touch, you can sprinkle some extra chopped walnuts on top for added texture and decoration."},{"number":15,"text":"Step 8: Serve"},{"number":16,"text":"Cut into slices and serve this moist, spiced carrot cake with its creamy frosting. It’s perfect with a cup of tea or coffee!"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T09:05:29.718409+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T09:05:29.718409+00:00"}