Valentine Tea Carrot Cake

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 1
Valentine Tea Carrot Cake
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Prep

25 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups white sugar
1 1/2 cups cooking oil
3 eggs
2 cups carrots , grated
1 cup crushed pineapple , drained
3/4 cup flaked coconut
1 1/2 cups walnuts , chopped
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 package Philadelphia Cream Cheese ( soft )
1/8 lb margarine
1 3/4 cups icing sugar
1/4 cup walnuts , chopped
1/4 cup coconut
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
726
Sugar
75g
Fat
43g
This lovely Valentine Tea Carrot Cake is a perfect dessert for sharing with your loved ones on Valentine's Day. The mix of sweet carrots, juicy pineapple, crunchy walnuts, and flaked coconut makes it a delightful treat to have at any time of the day. The moist and rich cake is a pleasure to bake and decorate, and it can be customized to fit any occasion by topping it with your favorite nuts, fruits, or frosting. The cake is also super easy to make, taking only less than an hour to bake to perfection. Serve it warm with a cup of tea or coffee for an ultimate sensory experience.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 175°C.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, cooking oil, and eggs. Mix well with an electric mixer.
3.Add the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, flaked coconut, and chopped walnuts. Mix well.
4.In a separate bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
5.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well.
6.Stir in the vanilla.
7.Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9.Allow the cake to cool before frosting.
10.For the frosting, combine the Philadelphia Cream Cheese (softened), margarine, icing sugar, chopped walnuts, flaked coconut, and vanilla. Mix well with an electric mixer.
11.Spread the frosting over the cooled cake. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This Valentine Tea Carrot Cake is a delicious and moist cake that is perfect for serving at tea parties, birthdays, and special occasions.
It is a crowd-pleaser and can be customized with various toppings and frosting options.
The cake is also rich in nutrients and high in fiber, making it a great option for a healthy snack or dessert.

CONS

This cake contains a lot of sugar, as well as oil, which can make it high in calories and fat.
It is important to enjoy this cake in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Carrots are high in beta-carotene, which can be converted to vitamin A in the body, promoting healthy vision and skin. Walnuts are high in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain health. Coconut is high in fiber and can promote digestive health. However, this cake should still be enjoyed in moderation as it is high in sugar and calories.

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