"Even those who don't care for fruitcake love this special holiday dessert. It's a fun way to "dress up" that old favorite, carrot cake. Try it—your friends and family will agree. —Ann Parden, Chunchula, Alabama..."
INGREDIENTS
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1-1/2 cups chopped nuts
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1 cup chopped mixed candied fruit
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1 cup chopped dates
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1 cup raisins
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3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
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2 cups sugar
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1-1/2 cups canola oil
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4 large eggs
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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2 teaspoons baking soda
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon salt
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3 cups finely shredded carrots
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ICING:
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1 cup confectioners' sugar
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1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk