CRANBERRY-CARROT LAYER CAKE

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This moist cake smothered with rich cream cheese frosting makes any dinner festive. Every autumn, I go to a cranberry festival in Wisconsin and load up on fresh cranberries to freeze for year-round cooking. -Nellie Runne, Rockford, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 large eggs
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1-1/4 cups canola oil
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 cups shredded carrots
1 cup dried cranberries
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup butter, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon whole milk
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest, optional
Sugared cranberries, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, brown sugar, oil and orange zest. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder, salt and cloves; gradually add to egg mixture and mix well. Stir in carrots and cranberries. , Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, milk, ginger and orange zest if desired. , Cut each cake horizontally into two layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. If desired, top with sugared cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 729 calories, Fat 43g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 84g carbohydrate (67g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Amreen Musa
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Ciji Zimmerschied
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for a special occasion.


Hamidu Chemical
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I've never made a layer cake before, but this recipe was easy to follow. The cake turned out perfect and everyone loved it.


Adnan Ashraf
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the way the cranberries and carrots add a pop of color and flavor.


Dave4246
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I'm not a big fan of cream cheese frosting, but I loved the frosting on this cake. It's light and fluffy and not too sweet.


Momcilo Krstic
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. I always have a bag of cranberries in my freezer and this cake is a great way to use them up.


Lisa Logue
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I love the unique flavor of this cake. The cranberry and carrot combination is so unexpected but it works really well.


Jims baby Smith
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and beautiful cake.


Chance Hawkins
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Adam Hussein
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This cake is perfect for fall! The cranberry and carrot flavors are so festive.


James Wood
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I'm not a big fan of carrots in cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The carrots add a subtle sweetness and moisture to the cake.


Ivan Kaneko
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The cream cheese frosting is a bit too sweet for my taste, but the cake itself is delicious.


Doctor Mem
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use fresh or frozen cranberries.


AYUSH GRG
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation.


Alyssa Esparza
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This cake turned out so moist and flavorful! The cranberry and carrot combination is a winner, and the cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this cake again!