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Butternut Squash Carrot Cake
A moist butternut squash cake, inspired by carrot cake, enriched with raisins, nuts and a creamy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for an autumn dessert or a tasty snack.
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Critical Success Points
- • Beat the eggs and sugar until the mixture doubles in volume
- • Bake the cake at 180°C for 35 minutes, checking doneness with a knife
- • Allow the cake to cool completely before applying the frosting
Safety Warnings
- • Be careful when handling the grater (risk of cuts)
- • The oven is very hot: use kitchen gloves
- • Melted butter can splatter: handle with care
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