MOLLY'S SWEET AND SPICY TZIMMES CAKE

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My husband and I are always on the lookout for new ways to incorporate Jewish traditions into our interfaith home. Rich with apples, carrots and sweet potato, this sweet and spicy cake is perfect for Rosh Hashana or any fall holiday. -Molly Haendler, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
2 large eggs
1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
1/4 cup white wine or orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 large tart apple, peeled and chopped
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan., In a large bowl, beat sugar and oil until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in sweet potatoes, wine, lemon juice and vanilla., In another bowl, whisk flour, orange zest, baking soda, baking powder, salt and spices; gradually beat into sweet potato mixture. Gently fold in apple, cranberries, carrots and raisins., Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Ruby Hooper
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover carrots and apples.


Blaise Waring
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This cake is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.


Raihan Ashik
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake turned out really dry. I'm going to try again using a different recipe.


Muzamal Ansari
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This cake is a little bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Nisha Karki
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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.


marvelous light
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this cake without any problems. It's a great recipe for beginners.


Dm Salman
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This cake is delicious! I love the way the carrots and apples add moisture and flavor.


Hyra Powers
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my house.


Leonardo Mendoza
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This cake is perfect for a potluck or bake sale. It's easy to make and always a hit.


MOHAMMED TARAQ
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I love the idea of this cake, but I think it needs a little something extra. Maybe a glaze or a frosting?


Abdulwahab Gondal
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as moist as I expected.


Pauline Matthews
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I found this cake to be a bit dry. I think I would add more oil or butter next time.


Forrest Sprinkle
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


Mikya Moss
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I'm not a big fan of carrot cake, but this one is an exception. It's so moist and flavorful, and the spices are perfectly balanced.


Jabir Musa
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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover carrots and apples.


Zandile Mbele
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the crunchy walnuts on top.


Anna Sidlayi
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of carrots, apples, and spices is perfect.


Abdal Khan
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This cake was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the sweet and spicy flavor combination. It was easy to make and looked beautiful on my dessert table.