CARROT-CRANBERRY CAKE

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Enjoy your carrots naturally sweet, baked in a cake frosted with rich cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 3/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup mayonnaise or sour cream
3 eggs
1 tablespoon ginger-flavored brandy or water
2 cups shredded carrots (about 4 medium)
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
2 packages (3 oz each) cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
1/2 teaspoon ginger-flavored brandy or vanilla
1/8 teaspoon salt, if desired
2 1/2 to 3 cups powdered sugar
Sugared cranberries, if desired
Sugared orange peel, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of three 8-inch square pans or three 8-inch round cake pans with shortening; lightly flour.
  • Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the allspice; set aside. In large bowl, beat granulated sugar, mayonnaise and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally, until blended. Beat in 1 tablespoon brandy. Gradually beat in flour mixture until batter is smooth. Stir in carrots, pineapple, pecans and dried cranberries. Pour into pans.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, 1/2 teaspoon brandy and 1/8 teaspoon salt on medium speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar on low speed until smooth and spreadable. Fill layers and frost side and top of cake with frosting. Garnish with cranberries and orange peel. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570, Carbohydrate 76 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 590 mg, Sugar 58 g, TransFat 0 g

Md Abeed
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cranberries added a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others, but I would suggest using less su


Joshua Dalrymple
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfectly. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cranberries added a nice pop of color.


xbeci169 beci
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I'm not a big fan of carrots in cake, but this recipe changed my mind! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the carrots added a nice sweetness. I would definitely make this cake again.


Rokon Khan
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This cake was amazing! It was moist and flavorful, and the cranberries added a nice tartness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Rose Addo
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The cake was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I would add more moisture next time, maybe some applesauce or sour cream.


Saab K
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it. I think next time I would use less sugar.


Furqan Awan
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I tried it! The cake was delicious and the cranberries added a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Leticia Neria
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfectly. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cranberries added a nice pop of color.


Hassan Kamran
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cranberries added a nice tartness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Jhaybem Delexio
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This carrot cranberry cake was a hit at my holiday party! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the cake was moist and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.