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110Minutes
780Calories
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Description
Though easy to make, this moist, spiced carrot cake still includes the classic raisins, walnuts, and luscious cream cheese frosting. Serve the two layers individually, or stack them for a layer cake. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.
Ingredients
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10 SERVINGS
- nonstick cooking spray
- 4 medium carrots (about 2 cups grated)
- 1 oz. walnuts (1/4 cup per 1 oz., finely chopped, optional)
- 3/4 cup canola oil
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract (for cake)
- 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. salt (scant, for cake)
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 12 oz. cream cheese (softened)
- 4 oz. unsalted butter (4 oz. is 1 stick, softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1/8 tsp. salt (for frosting)
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Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Spray two 9-inch round cake pans with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Grate the carrots and finely chop the walnuts.
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780Calories
Sodium
Fat
Carbs
Fiber
Potassium
| Calories780Calories from Fat370 |
| % DAILY VALUE |
| Total Fat41g63% |
| Saturated Fat14g70% |
| Trans Fat |
| Cholesterol125mg42% |
| Sodium510mg21% |
| Potassium250mg7% |
| Protein8g |
| Calories from Fat370 |
| % DAILY VALUE |
| Total Carbohydrate97g32% |
| Dietary Fiber2g8% |
| Sugars72g |
| Vitamin A100% |
| Vitamin C4% |
| Calcium10% |
| Iron10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Reviews(4)
Victor Manuel 4 years ago
it turned out great. taste was amazing and moist. the frosting came out to be a lot leftover or you can layer it on heavy but that tasted good also
Szer 4 years ago
I'm diabetic, so I substituted Stevia for the sugar and brown sugar. Tastes great and doesn't spike my blood-sugar.