Totally agree! Soaking the carrots in buttermilk ahead of time to tenderize them before adding them to the mix is a game changer. She’s a brilliant recipe developer.
@@bngr_bngr then it's not really a carrot cake. Which is fine, I like a nice spice cake and that is basically what a carrot cake is, spice cake with carrots.
Always enjoy Vaughn’s cooking experiments- this was another great one. His charm and cooking skills are a wonderful combination. Can’t wait for the next one!
Good to see Vaughn again. I like orange juice and zest in the cake, and just walnuts. It usually works better with a mix of white sugar and light brown for me. All brown sugar can get a too chewy/brownie like.
Vaughn, thank you for being your fabulous self! Great video, it's fascinating to learn about the differing variations, especially when it comes to carrot cake!
Just made this cake and I have to say it is delicious, incredible texture, super light and very “spicy” in the best way. My only swaps were stem ginger instead of candied ginger, which I put into the middle frosting layer instead of the top, and vanilla extract instead of the rum raisins because 1. Raisins are gross (sorry not sorry Vaughn) and 2. I didn’t want to wait 8 hours for them to soak. I love the addition of lemon zest in the frosting and will definitely keep using this recipe in the future.
If the stand mixer doesn't spin a dime in the bowl, the paddle isn't set low enough. There's a screw under the hinge of a kitchen-aid to adjust it. It's in the manual.
I like to swap in other soft cheeses in place of the generic philly (great for cheesecakes too). I made one the other day with about 1/3 mascarpone 2/3 farmers cheese in place of generic. I've used sheep as well as cow based cheeses... gives the complexity and sourness of the sour cream version but still has structure. I don't have a real recipe, anything with fancier soft cheeses and sugar seems to be a win. I'm on team pineapple.
I would like to for once have a carrot cake that actually tastes carrots. So I'm super tempted to do Sugarologie's recipe where she does a carrot puree from roasted carrots.
Erin McDowell's Whipped Cream-Cream Cheese Frosting is a game changer for Carrot Cake. So much lighter, and it tastes even better than traditional Butter-Cream Cheese Frosting.
I love this video because it makes trying things fun. Sometimes there will be combinations that are great and other times not so much. No pressure, just trying things out and seeing what happens. I really appreciate this video!
Thank you, thank you, thank you for this recipe test and refit. I'd been looking specifically at Dorie Greenspan's recipe a month ago and wanted pineapple, rum raisins, ginger, and coconut and walnuts. You did it all and I will definitely be making your version with the brown butter-cream cheese frosting.
Great video. I add cinnamon, nutmeg and ground ginget always and less sugar. I am into the pineapple, sometimes the tidbits ( cut in half size) if I can't get crushed. For my frosting more butter less icing sugar , cream butter and cc then add icing sugar til I get right texture for spreading , always a spladh of vanilla. :))
I flavored my grandma's sour cream pound cake recipe with grated carrots, reduced carrot juice and spices. I've never made a regular carrot cake since. It's different, but it's so much better.
Just an observation on Dorrie Greenspan's recipe: My Changes. 1) Raisins are soaked in rum; rum is added to the cake 2) All additions (coconut, carrots, pineapple, & pecans) are lightly coated in flour so they suspend and not sink. 3) Cinnamon, all=spice, and nutmeg. 4) Always add lemon zest to the cream cheese frosting (and frost the entire cake!!) 5) Always make the cake one day in advance, wrap, chill, and then frost the next day.
I have been waiting for a carrot cake video! Super happy to end my Friday by watching Vaughn be super entertaining while making my favourite cake 🤩also i love raisins and walnuts/pecans in my carrot cake
Someone gave me grief many years ago about my carrot cake, because it didn’t have nuts and coconut. I’m allergic to them, so they’re going to be excluded because I’m not interested in dying stupidly.
I know you have all missed Vaughn, but we were on our honeymoon. He doesn't know it or remember it, but it definitely and totally for sure happened and wasn't entirely fabricated in my mind.
I usually prefer a Swiss style carrot cake, which is really different, but this looks very good - I don't think coconut or pineapple belong in a carrot cake.
I just feel like if you add pineapple it isn’t a carrot cake anymore. To me, it’s like you’re making a version of a Hummingbird cake. I love pineapple but when it comes to my FAVORITE cake (Carrot), I have to keep it more classic. I like carrot, raisins, walnuts, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger and sometimes coconut. And of course a cream cheese frosting. I like the white chocolate addition AND the rum soaked raisins 😋
Get Vaughn’s Rum-Raisin Carrot Cake recipe: nyti.ms/4afUNLH
Sugarologie is such a great resource! I've been following her channel for awhile now.
I understand the purpose of this series (which is fun! And helpful!) but my gold standard is Claire Saffitz’ carrot cake. My god. It’s amazing.
Totally agree! Soaking the carrots in buttermilk ahead of time to tenderize them before adding them to the mix is a game changer. She’s a brilliant recipe developer.
I can do with out the carrots.
I came here to say the same thing, with her brown butter cream cheese frosting!
@@bngr_bngr then it's not really a carrot cake. Which is fine, I like a nice spice cake and that is basically what a carrot cake is, spice cake with carrots.
@@jenniferestes5293 that was the only way our mom could get us to eat a carrot cake. Still love the frosting.
Vaughn's sartorial choices are giving. So happy to see him. ❤️
Yes @Sugarologie!! 👏👏🎉 People finally starting to notice and value her work. I'm glad she got a shout-out
Always enjoy Vaughn’s cooking experiments- this was another great one. His charm and cooking skills are a wonderful combination. Can’t wait for the next one!
This is my dream job! After working in kitchens for many years, it sounds SO fun to just be able to tweak and test recipes to perfect them! ❤
Good to see Vaughn again. I like orange juice and zest in the cake, and just walnuts. It usually works better with a mix of white sugar and light brown for me. All brown sugar can get a too chewy/brownie like.
Vaughn is my favorite! I wish he had his own show somewhere!
Vaughn, thank you for being your fabulous self! Great video, it's fascinating to learn about the differing variations, especially when it comes to carrot cake!
Hi, Vaughn. Welcome back, we have missed you!
Agreed. Vaughn, it has been too long. Make yourself more of a regular, AND someone needs to keep the reviewers "on task".
I just love Vaughn he is so personable and of course talented !
My 2cents worth … 1 tablespoon pomegranate syrup … does something amazing.
Helen Rennie included this in her recipe.
17:30 my favorite moment, Vaughn sneaking back into the kitchen!
Just made this cake and I have to say it is delicious, incredible texture, super light and very “spicy” in the best way. My only swaps were stem ginger instead of candied ginger, which I put into the middle frosting layer instead of the top, and vanilla extract instead of the rum raisins because 1. Raisins are gross (sorry not sorry Vaughn) and 2. I didn’t want to wait 8 hours for them to soak. I love the addition of lemon zest in the frosting and will definitely keep using this recipe in the future.
I was surprised that none of his versions of cake and frosting had vanilla in them.
If the stand mixer doesn't spin a dime in the bowl, the paddle isn't set low enough. There's a screw under the hinge of a kitchen-aid to adjust it. It's in the manual.
Great tip!
Wow! Nice tip!
that's very helpful. thanks
Vaughn Vreeland + Dorie Greenspan is truly a match made in heaven. Not one of these variations looks bad!
I like to swap in other soft cheeses in place of the generic philly (great for cheesecakes too). I made one the other day with about 1/3 mascarpone 2/3 farmers cheese in place of generic. I've used sheep as well as cow based cheeses... gives the complexity and sourness of the sour cream version but still has structure. I don't have a real recipe, anything with fancier soft cheeses and sugar seems to be a win. I'm on team pineapple.
Big fan of Vaughn.
I would like to for once have a carrot cake that actually tastes carrots. So I'm super tempted to do Sugarologie's recipe where she does a carrot puree from roasted carrots.
I always read the NYT Cooking comments! Lots of wisdom there.
Erin McDowell's Whipped Cream-Cream Cheese Frosting is a game changer for Carrot Cake. So much lighter, and it tastes even better than traditional Butter-Cream Cheese Frosting.
I love this video because it makes trying things fun. Sometimes there will be combinations that are great and other times not so much. No pressure, just trying things out and seeing what happens. I really appreciate this video!
I love brown sugar, pineapple, lots of nuts, spices - less sugar. Lots of lemon in the cream cheese frosting!
I would love to see you and your grandmum together again. Those home videos were great!
Cheers,
Upstate NY
A few years back I tried to come up with my “ideal” carrot cake. This was such a fun video of your adventures!
Thank you, thank you, thank you for this recipe test and refit. I'd been looking specifically at Dorie Greenspan's recipe a month ago and wanted pineapple, rum raisins, ginger, and coconut and walnuts. You did it all and I will definitely be making your version with the brown butter-cream cheese frosting.
Oh Vaughn... You ATE with this one!!!
Id love to taste Vaughns cake, and whatever hes baking. 👀
I first read that as "cakes," though I'm sure that would also be true.
So fun! Again. Love this series and Vaughn is a perfect informative entertainer. Look forward to trying the VV riff.
My Vaughn is back for more recipes so good so luxurious carrot 🥕 cake 🍰 yum 😋
Adriana from Sugarologie low-key deserves a culinary food science Nobel prize💫.
Hi Vaughn - Welcome back! I would not add the coconut, but that's just my preference.
This was a great video! I love the idea of cooking the comments section. I hope there are more in this same series.
You have to try the Brazilian version of carrot cake!! Look for Paola Carrosella’s recipe
Yes! My Brazilian mother in law makes this! Brazil knows how to do cakes and sweets! 😋
Great video. I add cinnamon, nutmeg and ground ginget always and less sugar. I am into the pineapple, sometimes the tidbits ( cut in half size) if I can't get crushed. For my frosting more butter less icing sugar , cream butter and cc then add icing sugar til I get right texture for spreading , always a spladh of vanilla. :))
We love a moist cake too, Vaughn 🤣
*clutches pearls*
Get the man a glass of water. The thirst is real.
Its been forever Vaughn!!!
Nuts and coconut flakes, yum. Also the lemon juice!!! ❤ It
I really enjoyed this format !
Try baking strips around the pan cakes come out even
I flavored my grandma's sour cream pound cake recipe with grated carrots, reduced carrot juice and spices. I've never made a regular carrot cake since. It's different, but it's so much better.
Just an observation on Dorrie Greenspan's recipe: My Changes.
1) Raisins are soaked in rum; rum is added to the cake
2) All additions (coconut, carrots, pineapple, & pecans) are lightly coated in flour so they suspend and not sink.
3) Cinnamon, all=spice, and nutmeg.
4) Always add lemon zest to the cream cheese frosting (and frost the entire cake!!)
5) Always make the cake one day in advance, wrap, chill, and then frost the next day.
I have been waiting for a carrot cake video! Super happy to end my Friday by watching Vaughn be super entertaining while making my favourite cake 🤩also i love raisins and walnuts/pecans in my carrot cake
I like this series and glad to see Vaughn. ❤
Why were the cakes slumping so much in the middle? Were they fully baked? Anyway, this recipe looks so yummy!
vaughn AND carrot cake??? these are a few of my favorite things🎶
Helen Rennie's version is pretty dang good, and the video is very enjoyable to watch, as well.
Someone gave me grief many years ago about my carrot cake, because it didn’t have nuts and coconut. I’m allergic to them, so they’re going to be excluded because I’m not interested in dying stupidly.
I am 76.... Never Ever have had carrot cake with coconut???????
Being allergic to nuts certainly gives you good reason to leave them out! I love nuts, but am willing to do without to keep you alive and well!
How dare you only think about your life on the line?! What about the enjoyment of the food for others.
@@ichhabekeineahnung2462 also a great argument for veganism
@danbev8542 I am Not allergic to nuts
Vaughn is back!!!! 🎉
Vaughn, pls keep coming back
OMG I’m overwhelmed with carrot cake. After watching this it’s gonna take me some time before I can actually eat any carrot cake!
Vaughn I saw you at the Bjork show! Hope you had fun!
If you want to add pineapple to a carrot cake just make a hummingbird cake, a Southern classic that also requires cream cheese frosting.
VAUGHN! I really enjoy your videos.😊
Isn’t Vaughn giving Dan Levy vibes? Love to see them on the show together. ❤
Apple sauce instead of oil!
i love love love this series ❤
Vaughn, you have the best job, I really envy you! All my life I've had shitty jobs and all I really wanted to do was cook for my friends.
There's over 600g of sugar in the lower sugar version?!? Damn, dog. Take it easy.
Loved all the testing, and seeing all the testers.
I always watch a Vaughn video twice. First time for entertainment second time for the education.
Putting up @Sugarology 's handle would have been a nice touch. I know she was mentioned but still.. Overall really nice episode :)
YYYYYAAAAYYYYY VAUGHN!!! ❤❤❤❤❤
Long time no see!
Vaughn is my absolute culinary crush 😘
Would pay $150 for Vaughn”s version.
Ok fine I’ll make carrot cake .. it is my fav cake 😊
I was hoping you would have bumped up the spice quotient in your variations:
Cardamom, Ginger, Cloves come to mind.
I know you have all missed Vaughn, but we were on our honeymoon. He doesn't know it or remember it, but it definitely and totally for sure happened and wasn't entirely fabricated in my mind.
SAY GOLD STANDARD ONE MORE TIME VAUGHN
store bought frosting for the win
Im from germany, next to switzerland and we make the best carrot cake...
England
Aww I was hoping he would roast the carrots. I'm curious how that could change the texture and enhance the flavor
My aunts recipe included orange juice and orange peel never coconut that changes the taste, keep raisins and walnuts.
I love Vaughn
love this series
I'm not even hungry and I want this so bad. We do have some carrots knocking around...
روووعة ماشاءالله تبارك الرحمن اكل زوين الله يعطيك الصحة ❤🎉🎉🎉
Wow, how delicious!👍 Thank you very much colleague! Come and visit us!🥰
If I want to replace the oil with butter is it just 1:1 melted butter?
Vaughn, can you share where you got the Adele's tshirt please??
Vaughn is great, carrot cake is great.
Not a big fan of carrot cake but a big fan of Vaughn!
I thought for a second Vaughn looks like the male version of Shawn Johnson East and now I can’t unsee it???
Cake bite flights with frosting pairings? Can we please get a cake shop like this, please? (Or, at least make this a wedding thing?)
God, I love him 💖💖💖
I would like to see Vaughn cook in a tank top.
I usually prefer a Swiss style carrot cake, which is really different, but this looks very good - I don't think coconut or pineapple belong in a carrot cake.
I just feel like if you add pineapple it isn’t a carrot cake anymore. To me, it’s like you’re making a version of a Hummingbird cake. I love pineapple but when it comes to my FAVORITE cake (Carrot), I have to keep it more classic. I like carrot, raisins, walnuts, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger and sometimes coconut. And of course a cream cheese frosting. I like the white chocolate addition AND the rum soaked raisins 😋
Ok, fine. I'm a fan.
I would skip pineapple and totally frost the outside. Frosting is the best part of any cake.
you just add in some bahart spice mix
No pineapple and sour cream? Get the torches!!..lol Hands down Farm Journal 14k carrot cake is DA BEST! period.
Cream cheese delicious 😋
Applesauce Carrot Cake is the only way!
Hell yeah I love sugarology
Wouldn't addition of pineapple just shift the recipe towards hummingbird cake..?
I’m interested to know how Honey Ginger Carrot got side-stepped over…
after all of that required effort and you still kept the raisins...let's just call that a choice!
Vaaaauuuuughn!!!
If I comment will we get more videos of Vaughn?
Pecan... like Vaughn...😜