THE INGREDIENTS LIST:

2 Cups.Of all-purpose flour.

2 Cups.Of granulated sugar.

1 Tsp.Of baking powder.

1 Tsp.Of baking soda.

1 Tsp.Of salt.

2 Tsp.Of ground cinnamon.

1/2 Tsp.Of ground nutmeg.

1/2 Tsp.Of ground cloves.

4 large eggs.

1 Cup.Of vegetable oil.

2 Tsp.Of pure vanilla extract.

3 Cups.Of grated carrots (about 4-5 medium carrots).

1 Cup.Of chopped pecans or walnuts (optional).

1 Cup.Of crushed pineapple, drained (optional).

FOR THE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:

8-oz.Of softened cream cheese.

1/2 Cup.Of unsalted softened butter.

4 Cups.Of powdered sugar.

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract,