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Prepare the oven and pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat eggs with sugar until light and fluffy. Slowly add oil and vanilla extract.
Combine: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet, mixing just until combined. Fold in grated carrots and nuts if using.
Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely before icing.
Make the icing: Beat butter until creamy. Sift in powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Add vanilla and milk gradually, beating until smooth and spreadable.
Frost: Spread chocolate icing evenly over the cooled cake.
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