Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 c. unsalted butter
  • 1 3/4 c. sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 c. flour
  • 2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp. ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 3 c. shredded fresh carrots
  • 1 1/4 c. chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 c. shredded, sweetened coconut
  • 3/4 c. raisins

Method

  • Lightly grease and flour 13 x 9-inch pan.
  • In large bowl, cream butter.
  • Gradually add sugar, beating well after each addition and until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Blend in vanilla.
  • In separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and salt.
  • Add to creamed mixture, blending well.
  • Stir in carrots, nuts, coconut and raisins.
  • Spoon and spread batter evenly in pan.
  • Bake in preheated 325° oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool completely.
  • Frost with Cream Cheese Frosting.