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Carrot Cake Spread

Carrot Cake Spread

Cost $5, save $10

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  • 50 Min
  • 20 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 🥕 1 cup shredded carrots
    • 🍊 2 cups orange juice
    • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
    • 1/3 cup crushed pineapple, drained
    • 1/3 cup golden raisins

  • Spices & Flavorings

    • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
    • 1 pinch ground cloves
    • 🧂 1 pinch salt
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 🍊 1 teaspoon orange zest

STEPS

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

Combine shredded carrots and orange juice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

3

Reduce heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, until carrots are tender, about 30 minutes.

4

Stir in brown sugar, pineapple, raisins, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.

5

Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 20 minutes.

6

Remove from heat and let stand to cool slightly, about 10 minutes.

7

Stir in orange zest and vanilla extract.

8

Add the mixture to a food processor. Cover and process until very finely chopped and reach a spreadable consistency.

9

Spoon into two half-pint jars. Cover and cool completely, about 30 minutes.

10

Chill at least 2 hours before serving. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

42

Calories

  • 0
    Protein
  • 10
    Carbs
  • 0
    Fats

💡 This carrot cake spread pairs wonderfully with toast, oatmeal, or even as a topping on yogurt.For a more pronounced citrus flavor, add a little extra orange zest.Perfect for meal prep—you can refrigerate or freeze batches for snacks and gatherings.