Step 1

Grease a 9”x13” glass pan.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 365F.

Step 3

Shred carrots.

Step 4

In a medium sized bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.

Step 5

Using a stand mixer or electric mixer, beat eggs for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add brown sugar and mix until sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 7

Slowly pour oil into the egg and sugar mixture. Continue mixing for a few minutes until ingredients are well blended and a creamy texture forms.

Step 8

Add dry ingredients to the mixture and mix at a slow speed.

Step 9

Lastly, add shredded carrots (and any other optional ingredients such as raisins or chopped walnuts) to batter and stir with a wooden spoon just until blended.

Step 10

Bake at 365F for 30-40 minutes. Check that the cake is fully cooked by inserting a toothpick into the center, if the toothpick comes out clean, the cake is done.

Step 11

Prepare frosting by combining cream cheese, icing sugar and lemon juice and mixing at a medium speed until all ingredients are blended and icing appears smooth and creamy.

Step 12

When the cake cools completely, spread the cream cheese frosting over top and serve!