Ingredients
1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix2 teaspoons ground cinnamon4 large eggs, room temperature2/3 cup orange juice1/2 cup vegetable oil3 cups grated carrots1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped walnutsORANGE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon grated orange zest
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour two 9-in. round baking pans. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk eggs, orange juice and oil; add to dry ingredients. Beat until well blended. Stir in carrots, raisins and nuts (batter will be thick).
Pour into prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add confectioners’ sugar, orange juice and zest; beat until smooth. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.
