CARROT CAKE 
1 1/2 c. flour
3/4 tsp. salt
1 1/4 tsp. baking soda
2 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. oil
1 tsp. vanilla
3 eggs
2 1/4 c. grated carrots
1/2 c. chopped walnuts

Combine flour, salt, baking soda and cinnamon in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, combine sugar, oil, vanilla and eggs. Beat well. Add sugar mixture to dry ingredients and mix well. Fold in carrots and walnuts. Pour into a 12 x 8 inch glass dish or 9 inch microwave safe tube pan. Microwave high, 13-15 minutes. Turn every 4 minutes. Let stand directly on counter to cool.

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:

1/2 lb. powdered sugar
4 oz. cream cheese
3 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla

Place sugar in a bowl and place remaining ingredients on top. Microwave high, 30-40 seconds. Beat until of creamy consistency.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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