Step 2: Shred carrots using a cheese grater.
Step 3: In the KitchenAid mixer or in a mixing bowl, add in the brown sugar and softened butter. Cream together until completely combined.
Step 9: Once completely combined, pour the cake batter evenly into each cake pan. If you only have two cake pans, save one third of the batter to add in after the other two have finished.
Putting the cake togetherStep 1: On the turntable, add a little bit of icing in the middle to help the cake stick to the turn table.
Step 2: Place the first layer of cake in the center of the turntable.
Step 3: Layer enough icing on top of the first layer so that all of the top of the cake is covered.
Step 4: Add the second layer on top of the first and repeat the process.
Step 5: Once all of the layers are added, top the cake with the remainder of icing.
Step 6: Leaving the bulk of the icing on top, use the icing spatula to spread the icing evenly and to add a thin layer of icing along the sides. Run the edge of the icing spatula around the edge of the cake to get a semi-naked rustic look.
Step 7: Top the cake with chopped pecans and serve.