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Sourdough Discard Carrot Cake

Moist Sourdough Discard Carrot Cake with Creamy Frosting

This Sourdough Discard Carrot Cake is a delightful treat that transforms leftover starter into a moist, flavorful dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 270 g Sourdough Discard Adds moisture and tang
  • 400 g Fresh Carrots Grated, provides natural sweetness
  • 250 g Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cake
  • 240 g Vegetable Oil Ensures a moist cake
  • 4 large Eggs Essential for structure
  • 2 tsp Cinnamon Warm, aromatic flavor
  • 1 tsp Nutmeg Warm, aromatic flavor
  • 0.25 tsp Cloves Warm, aromatic flavor
  • Walnuts Optional, adds crunch
  • Raisins Optional, adds sweetness
For the Frosting
  • 0.5 cup Brown Butter Adds a rich flavor
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Creamy base for frosting
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • oven
  • Cake pans
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Prepare the Batter
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine sourdough discard, grated carrots, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil. Stir until smooth.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Sift to eliminate lumps.
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients. Stir gently to combine. Fold in walnuts or raisins if desired.
Bake the Cake
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease pans and pour batter evenly. Bake for 35-60 minutes, checking for doneness.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. Melt brown butter in a saucepan until golden brown. Let cool, then mix with cream cheese until fluffy.
Cool the Cake
  1. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto wire racks to cool completely.
Frost the Cake
  1. Spread frosting on one layer, place second layer on top, and frost the sides and top. Create swirls with a spatula.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Customizable with different spices or add-ins.

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