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Correo Electrónico
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Raciónes: 12
Ingredientes
- Alton Brown's Carrot Cake:
- Unsalted butter, for the pan
- 12 ounces, approximately 2 1/2 cups, all-purpose flour, plus extra for pan
- 12 ounces grated carrots, medium grate, approximately 6 medium
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 10 ounces sugar, approximately 1 1/3 cups
- 2 ounces dark brown sugar, approximately 1/4 cup firmly packed
- 3 large eggs
- 6 ounces plain yogurt
- 6 ounces vegetable oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 ounces unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 9 ounces powdered sugar, sifted, approximately 2 cups
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 141g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 457 | |
| Calories from Fat 235 | 51% |
| Total Fat 26.6g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat 8.05g | 32% |
| Trans Fat 0.37g | |
| Cholesterol 86mg | 29% |
| Sodium 411mg | 17% |
| Potassium 155mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs 53.52g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 3% |
| Sugars 51.63g | 34% |
| Protein 3.45g | 6% |
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