WEIGHT WATCHERS CARROT CAKE - 5 POINTS

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Weight Watchers has re-created the perennially popular carrot cake - right down to the delicious cream cheese frosting. 1/12 of the cake is 5 POINTS. From the Weight Watchers cookbook.

Provided by xpnsve

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup thawed frozen apple juice concentrate
1 large egg
1/4 cup nonfat milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
1 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/2 cup light cream cheese
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • Prheat the over to 375 degrees; spray a 9-inch bundt pan with nonstick spray.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and ginger.
  • In a medium bowl, with an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the apple juice concentrate, egg, milk, oil, and brown sugar; stir in the carrots and raisins.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Scrape the batter into the pan.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool completely in the pan on a rack.
  • Meanwhile, to prepare the frosting, in a food processor or blender, combine the cream cheese and honey; blend until smooth.
  • Invert the cake onto a serving platter; spread the frosting over the top and sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.1, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 24.9, Sodium 152.9, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 12.5, Protein 3.2

Drake Chen
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This is the worst carrot cake recipe I've ever tried. Avoid it at all costs.


Munni jan
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This carrot cake was a waste of time and ingredients. Don't bother making it.


Shelton Cole
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out terrible. Very disappointed.


William Whitten
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The cake was dry and the frosting was too sweet. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Thabang Stapura
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I'm not a fan of carrot cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Aonnopna Das
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This carrot cake is moist and delicious. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement.


Tg Tg
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This carrot cake is the best I've ever had! I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Favour Amalu
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I've made this carrot cake several times and it always turns out perfect.


Khan jee Khan jee
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This is my go-to carrot cake recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Akash Hosan
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I love this carrot cake recipe! It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Carlos Aguilar
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This carrot cake was easy to make and turned out great! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch.


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


dana riceel
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This carrot cake is delicious! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe.


ramzan jutt
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I'm not a big fan of carrot cake, but this recipe changed my mind! The cake was moist and not too sweet, and the cream cheese frosting was light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Karan Shrestha
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This carrot cake was a hit at my party! It was moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.