This delicious carrot fruit ring is a perfect dessert option for any occasion. It is a combination of sweet carrots, juicy fruits, and delightful spices. The ring is tender and moist, filled with the goodness of carrots and the freshness of fruits. This recipe is easy to make and will surely impress your family and friends. Enjoy this delightful carrot fruit ring as a dessert or a sweet snack!
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a ring-shaped cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, flour, sugar, vegetable oil, crushed pineapple, raisins, walnuts, orange juice, vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the greased cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, gently remove it from the pan and place it on a serving plate.
- You can garnish the carrot fruit ring with powdered sugar, fresh fruits, or whipped cream if desired.
- Slice and serve the delicious carrot fruit ring as a delightful dessert or snack.
Interesting Facts
Carrots are rich in vitamin A, which is essential for good vision.
This recipe includes crushed pineapple, which adds a tropical twist to the classic carrot cake flavor.
The combination of fruits, carrots, and spices makes this dessert both flavorful and nutritious.
Carrot cake recipes have been enjoyed in America since the early 20th century.