Dark Chocolate Carrot Cake

Name: Dark Chocolate Carrot Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 16 servings
Ingredients: 1 package dark chocolate cake mix (regular size); 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix; 1 cup 2% milk; 3 large eggs; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 cups shredded carrots; 1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted, divided; 2 cans (16 ounces each) cream cheese frosting

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Total Time:Prep: 20 min. Bake: 25 min. + cooling

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Recipe by Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

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Updated on Mar. 01, 2022

Carrot cake has a dark side—and it’s divine! Cream cheese and shredded carrots in the batter keep the cake moist, while toasted nuts and cinnamon boost the flavor. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

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Dark Chocolate Carrot Cake

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Yield:16 servings

Prep:20 min

Cook:25 min

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Ingredients

1 package dark chocolate cake mix (regular size)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup 2% milk
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cups shredded carrots
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted, divided
2 cans (16 ounces each) cream cheese frosting

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Directions

1
In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, cream cheese, pudding mix, milk, eggs and cinnamon; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in carrots and 1/2 cup walnuts. Pour into three greased and floured 8-in. round baking pans.

2
Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
3
Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle top with remaining walnuts. Store in the refrigerator.