Carrot Cake Spread

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Prep Time:
20 mins

Cook Time:
50 mins

Cool Time:
2 hrs 10 mins

Total Time:
3 hrs 20 mins

Servings:
20

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Original recipe (1X) yields 20 servings

  • 1 cup finely shredded carrots

  • 2 cups orange juice

  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

  • 1/3 cup canned crushed pineapple, drained

  • 1/3 cup golden raisins

  • 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

Directions

  • Gather all ingredients. 

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

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  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, until carrots are tender, about 30 minutes. Stir in brown sugar, pineapple, raisins, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. 

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  • Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated, 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand to cool slightly, 10 minutes.

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  • Stir in orange zest and vanilla extract. 

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

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  • Spoon into two half pint jars. Cover and cool completely, about 30 minutes. Chill at least 2 hours before serving. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or freeze up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

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    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    42
    Calories

    0g
    Fat

    10g
    Carbs

    0g
    Protein

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    Nutrition Facts

    Servings Per Recipe
    20

    Calories
    42

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat
    0g

    0%

    Saturated Fat
    0g

    0%

    Cholesterol
    0mg

    0%

    Sodium
    12mg

    1%

    Total Carbohydrate
    10g

    4%

    Dietary Fiber
    0g

    1%

    Total Sugars
    9g

    Protein
    0g

    1%

    Vitamin C
    13mg

    15%

    Calcium
    11mg

    1%

    Iron
    0mg

    1%

    Potassium
    98mg

    2%

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

    (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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