{"product_id":"carrot-cake-slice","title":"Carrot Cake Slice","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRight so this one's a bit of a debate actually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome people say carrot cake is basically a vegetable so it's healthy. Other people say yeah but have you seen the amount of sugar and cream cheese in it. I stay out of it honestly. I just make the thing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat I will say is this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen carrot cake's done right? When it's properly spiced and moist and loaded with nuts and that tangy cream cheese frosting? There's nothing quite like it. It's not too heavy. Not too light. Just right really.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis recipe took a while to get right if I'm honest. First few attempts were too dry. Carrot cake can go dry quick if you're not careful. Then I figured out the trick. More butter than you think. Eggs at room temperature. And don't overmix whatever you do. Game changer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere's what you're getting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm spices first. Cinnamon. Nutmeg. Little bit of mixed spice. Nothing overpowering just enough to know they're there. Then the carrots obviously. Grated fine so they melt into the cake but you still get little bits. Then walnuts. Toasted first because toasting brings out the flavour. Then raisins or sultanas depending what I've got. Soaked in tea sometimes if I'm feeling fancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sponge comes out dark gold. Moist. Packed with stuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen the frosting. Cream cheese. Has to be. Normal buttercream on carrot cake is just wrong. So we do a proper cream cheese frosting. Thick. Tangy. Not too sweet. Spread generously on top. Sometimes a thin layer in the middle if I'm feeling extra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn top? More walnuts. Toasted. Crushed. Sprinkled over. Looks rustic. Tastes even better.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho's buying these slices?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeople pretending it's healthy. You know who you are.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonestly? Grown ups. Carrot cake's not really a kids thing usually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutumn people. Something about the spices works when it's cold out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEaster time? Goes mad actually. No idea why but it does.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMe. With a cup of tea. Perfect combo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're in Bromley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pop in and grab one. They're usually about. If you want to guarantee one maybe message ahead and I'll stick it behind the counter with your name on it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOr order online for collection or local delivery. Whatever works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne thing I should mention. The walnuts are optional. If you're not a nut person or someone's allergic just let me know and I'll do it without. Same with the raisins. Some people hate them. I get it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso carrot cake's one of those ones that's better the next day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSomething about the flavours settling overnight. So if you buy one today and eat it tomorrow? Might be even better. Not saying wait if you don't want to. Just saying it's an option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRight. That's the carrot cake slice done.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealthy? Debatable. Delicious? Definitely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cakes \u0026 Bakes Original Bromley","offers":[{"title":"Pack of One","offer_id":55373304201550,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 3","offer_id":55373304234318,"sku":null,"price":11.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 6","offer_id":55373304267086,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 8","offer_id":55373304299854,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/cakesandbakesbromley.co.uk\/products\/carrot-cake-slice","provider":"Cakes \u0026 Bakes Original Bromley","version":"1.0","type":"link"}