PECAN CARROT BUNDT CAKE

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The pecans and citrus flavor make this dessert special. It's a moist cake with sweet, creamy frosting. -Joan Taylor, Adrian, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 pound carrots, grated
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped pecans
FROSTING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 to 2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Beat in lemon and orange zest. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with juices. Stir in carrots, raisins and pecans. , Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack. , For frosting, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Frost cake; sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ireen sithandiwe Khumalo
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more spices.


anil agazade
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


rubel ahamed
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best carrot cake he's ever had.


SHOHAN GAMER
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it. The carrot and pecan flavors were a nice combination, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch.


Hasaan Shah
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This carrot cake is my new favorite! It's so moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting is to die for. I can't wait to make it again.


Nouman satti
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was delicious. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Nashdora Blaye
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This cake was delicious! The carrot and pecan flavors were perfectly balanced and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely make this cake again.


eslam ahmed
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's moist, flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe.


Somroo Jaan
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The flavors were well-balanced and the cake was moist and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Hassan Makki
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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it! It was moist, flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was a hit. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Rabin Chy
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This carrot cake was outstanding! The combination of pecans and carrots was perfect, and the bundt cake was moist and flavorful. I loved the cream cheese frosting, too. It was the perfect touch to an already amazing cake.