Annabel Design

25/02/2024

I will not be going to anymore craft shows, due to the increase cost of materials required to make my products

21/02/2024

Taken our baby quilts to the hospital

08/02/2024

Making my new mat for the kitchen

19/01/2024

Today is Charlotte last day, back to school next week. Got her baby quilt top done, good job Charlotte

18/01/2024

Caravan set for my sister-in-law

04/01/2024

Today Charlotte has started on her baby quilts for the hospital, she hope to get 2 done.

02/01/2024

Charlotte and I are doing art this school holidays

24/12/2023

Merry Christmas everyone, have a great day with families and friends

19/12/2023

Charlotte and I in the garden today

17/12/2023

06/12/2023

Directions

For the Carrot Cake:
1⃣ Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.

2⃣ In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground ginger.

3⃣ In another bowl, combine the vegetable oil, eggs, grated carrots, crushed pineapple, chopped nuts (if using), shredded coconut (if using), and vanilla extract.

4⃣ Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5⃣ Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan(s).

6⃣ Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes (for round pans) or 40-45 minutes (for a 9x13-inch pan), or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7⃣ Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8⃣ In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth and creamy.

9⃣ Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the frosting is well combined and fluffy.

Assembly:
🔟 Once the cake is completely cooled, spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting over the top.

1⃣1⃣ If desired, garnish with chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or grated carrot.

Slice and serve your "Best Carrot Cake Ever." It's a moist and flavorful treat that's perfect for any occasion!

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Baking Time: 30-45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour (plus cooling time)
Servings: 12-16 servings

Enjoy the classic goodness of this homemade carrot cake!

30/11/2023

It's nearly Over Red Rover! Pop in and see us between 9 and 6 today or tomorrow and pick up something lovely for someone special 🎁💐😘🎄