CARROT FRUITCAKE

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Even those who don't care for fruitcake love this special holiday dessert. It's a fun way to "dress up" that old favorite, carrot cake. Try it-your friends and family will agree. -Ann Parden, Chunchula, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/2 cups chopped nuts
1 cup chopped mixed candied fruit
1 cup chopped dates
1 cup raisins
3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups canola oil
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups finely shredded carrots
ICING:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the nuts, candied fruit, dates, raisins. Add 1/2 cup flour; toss to coat., In a large bowl, combine sugar and oil. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In another bowl, mix the remaining flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Gradually add to sugar mixture, beating until smooth. (Batter will be stiff.) Fold in carrots and nut mixture. Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. tube pan. , Bake at 350° for 75-80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely., In a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and enough milk to reach desired consistency; drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 565 calories, Fat 29g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 395mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Shabreen Jamil
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I thought this cake was a bit too dry. I might try adding some more moisture next time.


Isaiah Pietersen
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Yummy!


Sahid Tee
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This cake was easy to make and turned out delicious! I used a bundt pan and it was the perfect size. I will definitely be making this again.


Nadean Mathison
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I've made this carrot fruitcake several times now and it's always a hit! My family and friends love it. It's so moist and flavorful. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Cecilia Ramirez
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This carrot fruitcake is incredibly moist and flavorful! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I love the combination of carrots, pineapple, and walnuts. This is definitely a keeper!


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