"It's perfectly moist, the spices are a burst of flavor and it's a classic cake with no crazy add-ins - My Favorite Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 1/2 Cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 Cups sugar
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1/2 Cup light brown sugar, tightly packed
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1 1/2 Teaspoon baking soda
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1 Teaspoon baking powder
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1 Teaspoon salt
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2 Teaspoons pumpkin pie spie
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1 1/4 Cup canola or vegetable oil
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1/4 Cup apple sauce
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4 Large eggs, room temperature
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1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
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3 Cups finely grated carrots, peeled about 4 large carrots
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1/2 Cup unsalted butter, softened
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
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4 Cups powdered sugar
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1 Cup Crushed Pecans, optional