Lynn's Carrot Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
7%
Lynn's Carrot Cake
60 min.
8
1003kcal

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Indulge in the delightful and moist goodness of Lynn's Carrot Cake, a scrumptious vegetarian dessert that promises to impress. This delectable creation, perfect for serving 8 individuals, requires just 60 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for your next gathering or special occasion. With a calorie count of 1003 kcal per serving, it's a treat to enjoy in moderation.

Crafted with love and the finest ingredients, Lynn's Carrot Cake features a rich blend of 2 cups of grated carrots, a cup of crushed pineapple with its natural juice, and a generous ½ cup of flaked coconut, all nestled within a cocoa-infused cake batter. The cake's texture is further enhanced by the addition of chopped walnuts and a hint of vanilla extract, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate.

The velvety cream cheese frosting, made from a perfect marriage of cream cheese, butter, and confectioners' sugar, complements the cake's dense texture and earthy carrot notes. A sprinkle of toasted coconut and nuts on top adds a delightful crunch, finishing this dessert off with a flourish.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious novice, Lynn's Carrot Cake is a must-try. Its comforting flavors and moist texture make it a crowd-pleaser, and the ease of preparation ensures you can spend more time enjoying your dessert than laboring in the kitchen. So, grab your mixing bowls, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a memorable dessert that will have your guests asking for seconds.

Ingredients

  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • cups carrots grated
  • 0.5 cup coconut flakes flaked
  • pound powdered sugar 
  • ounce cream cheese 
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • cup pineapple rings with juice crushed
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 1.5 cups vegetable oil 
  • cup walnut pieces chopped
  • cups granulated sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 9 inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and cocoa, set aside. In another bowl, stir together the eggs, vanilla and oil. Stir in the dry ingredients until they are completely absorbed. Fold in the carrots and pineapple.
  3. Pour the batter evenly between the three prepared pans.
  4. Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. To make the frosting, combine the cream cheese, butter and confectioners sugar in a medium bowl. Beat until smooth, then stir in the coconut and nuts. Frost cake when cool.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1003kcal
Protein4.59%
Fat39.64%
Carbs55.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.12
Glycemic Load
53.81
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.089999914169%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.4mg
Catechin
3.48mg
Epicatechin
10.56mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1002.58kcal
50.13%
Fat:45.79g
70.45%
Saturated Fat:19.38g
121.16%
Carbohydrates:144.99g
48.33%
Net Carbohydrates:139.12g
50.59%
Sugar:112.26g
124.74%
Cholesterol:140.98mg
46.99%
Sodium:803.77mg
34.95%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.07%
100%
Caffeine:12.36mg
4.12%
Protein:11.92g
23.84%
Vitamin A:6214.24IU
124.28%
Manganese:1.13mg
56.28%
Selenium:23.16µg
33.09%
Copper:0.59mg
29.56%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
24.19%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.07%
Folate:94.25µg
23.56%
Fiber:5.87g
23.47%
Phosphorus:224.86mg
22.49%
Vitamin K:21.71µg
20.68%
Iron:3.44mg
19.12%
Magnesium:74.36mg
18.59%
Vitamin B3:2.59mg
12.94%
Vitamin E:1.84mg
12.26%
Potassium:413.06mg
11.8%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.48%
Zinc:1.69mg
11.29%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.78%
Calcium:85.99mg
8.6%
Vitamin C:4.28mg
5.19%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.7%
Vitamin D:0.44µg
2.93%
Source:Allrecipes