"Carrot cake gets an upgrade...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 store-bought pie crust, defrosted
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon fine salt
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1/4 cup vegetable oil
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1 cup packed light brown sugar
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1 large egg, room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups shredded carrots, about 2 to 3 medium-sized carrots
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6 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1/8 teaspoon fine salt
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1 to 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream, room temperature
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Orange and green food gel