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Cranberry Carrot Cake

Contributed by: NAPSA

Flavorful, Lower-Fat Variation On An Old Favorite (NAPSA) - When it comes to food, there are some dishes that are only served at certain times of the year. Or perhaps they're only presented at special occasions. But why can't these all-time favorites be enjoyed whenever the craving strikes?

Now there's at least one classic that can. Carrot cake, a tried-and-true family favorite, has been reinvented with less fat and calories, so it can be enjoyed at any time.

This luscious recipe for Cranberry Carrot Cake has less than half the fat and one-quarter less calories than a "typical" carrot cake, making it a terrific choice whether you regularly indulge in great-tasting desserts or are watching your fat intake.

It starts with easy-to-prepare Krusteaz Fat Free Cranberry Orange Muffin Mix, and combines the refreshing flavors of carrot, pineapple, cranberry and orange. The smooth cream cheese icing serves as a perfect topper.

Ingredients:

• Cake:
  • 1 package (17.5 oz.) Krusteaz Fat Free Cranberry Orange Muffin Mix (1 pouch muffin mix and 1 can cranberries)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple, drained

• Icing:
  • 1/2 cup (4 oz.) lite cream cheese or Neufch‰tel
  • 21/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest

Nutritional Information: Nutrients per serving (1/12 of two-layer frosted cake): Calories 310, Total Fat 6g, Sat. Fat 2g, Cholesterol 5mg, Sodium 380mg, Total Carb. 60g, Dietary Fiber 3g, Protein 4g.