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Shortcut Carrot Cake

Prep Time:
30 min

Total Time:
1 hr 30 min

Makes:
18 servings

What You Need

1 pkg. (2-layer size) spice cake mix

2 cups shredded carrots (about 3 large)

1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple, drained

1 cup PLANTERS Chopped Pecans, divided

2 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened

2 cups powdered sugar

1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed

Make It

HEAT oven to 350°F. Prepare cake batter as directed on package; stir in carrots, pineapple and 3/4 cup nuts. Pour into 2 (9-inch) square pans. Bake 25 to 30 min. or until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 min.; invert onto wire racks. Remove pans. Turn cakes over; cool completely.

MEANWHILE, beat cream cheese and sugar until well blended. Whisk in COOL WHIP.

STACK cake layers on plate, spreading frosting between layers and on top and sides of cake. Top with remaining nuts. Keep refrigerated.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Size-Wise

Looking for a simple dessert to serve at a party? This quick version of a classic serves 18 people.

For a Decorative Design

Use a toothpick to draw 4 diagonal lines across top of cake; sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup pecans over lines.

Substitute

Substitute yellow cake mix plus 2 tsp. ground cinnamon for the spice cake mix.

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