Carrot Bundt Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1 1/4 tsp baking powder

- 1 tsp baking soda

- 1 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

- 1/2 tsp salt

- 1/8 tsp ground cloves

- 3 large eggs, at room temperature

- 1 cup organic coconut sugar (or light brown sugar)

- 1 cup granulated sugar

- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted organic coconut oil)

- 1 pound carrots, peeled and finely grated (about 3 cups)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

- 2 (8 oz) packages of cream cheese, softened

- 1 1/4 sticks (10 Tbsp) unsalted butter, softened

- 2 Tbsp sour cream

- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

- Pinch of salt

- 2 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan or a 13x9-inch cake pan.   

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and ground cloves.

3. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the eggs and both sugars together until the mixture is thick and creamy. Slowly drizzle in the oil (or melted coconut oil) while continuing to mix until well combined.

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

5. Gently fold in the grated carrots, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

7. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. 

8. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack or serving platter.

For the Frosting:

1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.

2. Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, mixing until well incorporated.

3. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.

4. Once the cake is completely cooled, generously frost the top with the cream cheese frosting. 

Enjoy this delightful Carrot Bundt Cake, perfect for celebrations or a cozy gathering!