1 c. molasses
1 c. butter, softened
4 eggs
1/2 c. orange juice
1 c. all purpose flour
1 c. whole wheat flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. shredded carrots
1/2 c. chopped walnuts

FROSTING:

1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp. butter, softened
1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
1 tsp. grated orange peel

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In large bowl, combine molasses, butter, eggs and orange juice; mix well. Stir in flours, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; mix well. Stir in carrots and walnuts. Pour into 2 greased 8 or 9 inch round cake pans. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Cool 15 minutes; remove from pans; cool completely.

In small bowl, combine all frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Spread one layer with frosting; top with second layer and spread with frosting. Garnish with grated orange peel or walnuts. Serves 12.