EASY NOVA SCOTIA CARROT CAKE

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This recipe is a family favourite with just the right combinations of spices, a moist cake that is definitely a crowd pleaser. If you aren't an expert baker, this can all be done in one saucepan. This is one easy to make cake.

Provided by Sweet Heart

Categories     Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 5x9 loafs, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup carrot, shredded
1 cup raisins (optional)
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon clove
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 cups water
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 350F.
  • Grease and flour a 9x13" pyrex dish, or 2 5x9" loaf pans.
  • In a large saucepan combine carrots, raisins, butter, sugar, spices and water and bring to a boil on medium heat.
  • Cool and add all remaining dry ingredients.
  • Stir well and pour into prepared baking pan (s).
  • Bake at 350F for 1 hour, until cake test done.
  • If desired, frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting and garnish with crushed pineaples and nuts.
  • Enjoy!

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