2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
3 cups finely shredded carrots
1 cup cooking oil
4 eggs

Frosting:

8 ounce cream cheese
1/3 cup butter
2 cups sifted powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

For cake: Mix first 6 ingredients then add next three ingredients, beating with electric mixer until combined (about 2 minutes).

Bake at 325°F for 50 to 60 minutes in a greased and floured 9 x 13 inch pan. Let cake cool before frosting.

For frosting: Mix cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually add powder sugar until smooth.