Carrot Cake

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We love a moist and delicious carrot cake with cream cheese frosting. We have one sister that is absolutely crazy about carrot cake, we won't mention any names....OK Kristen? This recipe has been in our family for years. It is loaded with so many ingredients that make it the perfect carrot cake. We think you will really enjoy this one!

1 1/4 cups canola oil
2 cups sugar
3 eggs
2 cups grated carrots
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
2 1/2 cups flour
1 cup shredded coconut
3/4 cups chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla
Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients:
3 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup margarine (softened at room temperature, do not melt)
1 8 ounce cream cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla

In a large mixing bowl cream together oil, sugar, and eggs. Then add remaining ingredients and mix until well blended. Pour into a greased 9 x 13 baking dish. (I used a glass pan) Bake at 325 degrees for...
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Nutritions

Calories
658

Sodium
243mg
10% DV

Fat
25g
39% DV

Protein
7g
14% DV

Carbs
90g
30% DV

Fiber
3g
15% DV

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