Welcome to this YouTube guide on making a scrumptious carrot cake. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the full recipe and method to create a moist and flavorful cake that's perfect for celebrations or special occasions like Easter. Our carrot cake is filled with a blend of fresh orange, cinnamon, and ginger, making it a personal favorite among bakers.

*Ingredients*
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For this recipe, you will need:

* 6 large eggs
* 3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed orange juice (or shop-bought orange juice)
* 400g of grated carrots
* 110g of pecan nuts
* 200g of butter
* 300g of icing sugar (for American buttercream)
* Flour
* Sugar
* Creamed butter and sugar mixture
* Orange zest (optional)

*Instructions*
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### Preparing the Batter

1. *Creamed Butter and Sugar Mixture*: In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. *Add Eggs and Flour*: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, gradually add flour to prevent curdling. If the mixture curdles, add extra flour and beat on high for 30 seconds.
3. *Add Carrots and Nuts*: Fold in grated carrots and chopped pecan nuts into the cake batter.

### Baking the Cake

1. *Prepare Baking Tins*: Line two baking tins evenly with baking parchment.
2. *Bake in a Fan-Assisted Oven*: Place the cakes in a fan-assisted oven at 160° Centigrade for between an hour and an hour and 10 minutes. To prevent the top of the cakes from going crusty, fold up some baking parchment and place it directly on the tins.
3. *Check for Doneness*: Use a cake tester to check if the cakes are cooked. If the tester comes out completely clear, the cakes are done.

### Cooling and Decorating

1. *Cooling*: Place the cakes directly onto a cooling rack and leave them to cool completely.
2. *American Buttercream*: For the American buttercream, beat 200g of butter until light and creamy. Gradually add 300g of icing sugar for flavor.
3. *Decorating*: You can decorate the cake with orange-flavored buttercream, add Mini Eggs on top, or cover it with fondant for a more detailed design.

*Tips and Variations*
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* For a more intense orange flavor, add orange zest to the batter.
* If you prefer a different texture, you can add chopped pecan nuts in larger pieces instead of blending them.
* Experiment with different spices, such as nutmeg or cardamom, to give your carrot cake a unique flavor.