Carrot Cake with Chocolate Coating

Preparation Time: 20 minutes Baking Time: 35-40 minutes Yields: 12 servings

Ingredients:

For the Carrot Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups finely grated carrots (about 3-4 carrots)

For the Chocolate Coating:

• 6 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For Garnish (optional):

• Chopped walnuts
• Grated carrots
• Shredded coconut

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