by jordan.boughrum
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jordan.boughrum's Notes:
Expand1 cup butter, softened Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup granulated sugar Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup packed light brown sugar Ask a question about this ingredient
4 eggs Ask a question about this ingredient
zest from one medium sized lemon Ask a question about this ingredient
juice from that same lemon Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, more if you feel daring Ask a question about this ingredient
3 cups organic all-purpose flour Ask a question about this ingredient
2 teaspoons baking powder Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon baking soda Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon cinnamon Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (1/2 if you really like the flavor) Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 teaspoon ginger Ask a question about this ingredient
2 cups grated carrots (I used both red and yellow carrots - could have added another 1/2 cup) Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup chopped walnuts Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons olive oil Ask a question about this ingredient
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F.
Ask a question about this stepCream together the sugar and softened butter (leave the butter on the counter the morning you plan to make this) in a large bowl.
Ask a question about this stepAdd eggs one at a time, be sure to beat well after each egg.
Ask a question about this stepAdd lemon zest and juice, and oil, mix well.
Ask a question about this stepIn another bowl, combine all dry ingredients, gradually incorporate into other bowl.
Ask a question about this stepFold in carrots and nuts.
Ask a question about this stepGrease your bundt pan, pour mixture into pan.
Ask a question about this stepBake for 50 - 60 minutes or until toothpick comes out clear. I think I baked for 75 minutes, minimum.
Ask a question about this stepCool for 10 minutes, remove from pan, frosting should be poured on while cake is still warm.
Ask a question about this step4 ounces cream cheese, softened Ask a question about this ingredient
3 tablespoons powdered organic goats milk Ask a question about this ingredient
6 tablespoons water Ask a question about this ingredient
2 cups powdered sugar Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon vanilla extract Ask a question about this ingredient
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered milk, water, powdered sugar, cream of tartar and vanilla extract together until smooth and quite thick.
Ask a question about this stepThis makes A LOT of frosting, you may want to pour half on and reassess. Pour frosting over warm cake and watch it drip down the sides. YUM.
Ask a question about this stepLet cool to room temperature and serve with a big glass of cold milk.
Ask a question about this stepboughrum. Can I leave the nuts out? My son has a nut allergy.
Is there any substitute for the organic powdered goats milk?