Surprising Carrot Cake for a 90th Birthday Bash!

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around a participant's preparation for a carry-in event, specifically a 90th birthday party, where they plan to bring a carrot cake made from a box mix. The discussion includes various personal experiences and opinions about the cake and the event itself.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their experience of making a carrot cake using a box mix, adding orange extract and cream cheese frosting.
  • Another participant expresses enthusiasm for the cake idea, noting it sounds delicious.
  • Several users mention their love for carrot cake and express confidence that the cake will impress others.
  • One participant identifies as a consultant and humorously remarks about their relationship dynamics and the fun they have together.
  • Another participant discusses variations they add to their carrot cake, such as crushed pineapple and coconut.
  • Some participants inquire about the logistics of serving the frosting and the nature of a "carry-in" event.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the specifics of the cake preparation and serving methods, but there is a general enthusiasm for the cake and the event. No clear consensus emerges on the best way to serve the frosting.

Contextual Notes

The thread reflects a casual exchange among participants sharing personal experiences related to baking and social gatherings, with a light-hearted tone throughout.

Who May Find This Useful

Participants in the consultant community who are interested in baking ideas or looking for inspiration for social events may find this discussion engaging.

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We just decided that we're attending a carry-in tomorrow, so I was looking for something to throw together to take. Right now, in my oven, there's a box mix carrot cake (with a little orange extract added in to kick it up a notch) in the new Silicone Crown Cake Pan.

I thought I'd fill the center with cream cheese frosting. That will look appealing and let each person decide how much to add to their cake. (I'll take a Bamboo Spooner along with the Slice N Serve.) The frosting is simple:

1 8 oz brick of cream cheese
12 oz sour cream
1/2 c milk (or less, depending on desired thickness)
3 c powdered sugar (or to taste)
1/2 t PC vanilla

I had mixed everything. It's sort of the consistency of pudding after refrigerating. Then I had a thought. An evil thought. I mixed about 1/4 cup of the Sweet Cinnamon Sprinkles into the cream cheese frosting. I'll be sprinkling a bit of the sprinkles on top for garnish.

What do you think? The carry-in is a 90th birthday party for The Furry Guy's great aunt. This will be my first time meeting most of the people there, so I want to make a good impression. ;)
 
Sounds yummy to me and I bet it will look fantastic!
 
Mmmmmmmm! I LOVE carrot cake - that sounds fabulous!

But you would make a good first impression just by being you, Rae.
 
MMM...that sounds really good!!!
 
You impressed me already! I have no doubt you will impress the socks off of The Furry Guy's family that you haven't met. There will be no wonder why he chose you ;):love:. Enjoy!
 
Yuuuuuuummy, love the frosting in the middle idea. Some people don't like frosting but this sounds so good it may actually be gone before the cake! :)
 
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Awww, you guys are so sweet. Thank you. :)I really thought of the frosting in the middle because neither The Furry Guy nor our DS are big frosting fans. BTW, I'm not too worried about impressing his family. I mean, it's not like he's going to throw me back. He's already told me that he has too much money invested in my medical bills to turn me in for another model. LOL!
 
raebates said:
Awww, you guys are so sweet. Thank you. :)

I really thought of the frosting in the middle because neither The Furry Guy nor our DS are big frosting fans.

BTW, I'm not too worried about impressing his family. I mean, it's not like he's going to throw me back. He's already told me that he has too much money invested in my medical bills to turn me in for another model. LOL!
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You are hilarious!!! :D You sound like such a fun couple!
 
Sounds YUMBO to me!
 
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Addie4TLC said:
You are hilarious!!! :D You sound like such a fun couple!
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Thanks. Other people don't always find us humorous, but that's okay. We crack ourselves up. We have a lot of fun together, which isn't bad after 23 years of marriage. :love:
 
raebates said:
Thanks. Other people don't always find us humorous, but that's okay. We crack ourselves up. We have a lot of fun together, which isn't bad after 23 years of marriage. :love:
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Well you will get the last laugh becuase you will have a longer life and marriage! 23 Very impressive! I'm nearing 13 in October.
 
Having fun and enjoying each other and still laughing together (and at) is the best secret anyone can have to a happy marriage - I am married 21 WONDERFUL years to my BFF and soulmate - we still laugh everyday! ( HOW DID HE GET SO LUCKY -NO HOW DID YOU GET SO LUCKY! lol - )
 
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We met at Hills at the mall in Marion, IN, on July 4, 1984, while waiting for the fireworks to start. I had just filed for divorce, and so I wasn't dating. However, he began hanging out with a group of my friends. Honestly, he wasn't funny when he met me. I wasn't adventurous when I met him. We've been good for one another. Laughter and a commitment to put Christ as the center of our marriage have helped to make it a good, solid marriage. Well, that and the threat I made when we decided to get married. I told him I would never go through another divorce. If he ever made me want one, I'd just stay with him and make his life a living nightmare. Trust me, I could do it. ;)We'll have a drive to the party, so I've decided to take the filling separately in a Chillzanne Mini-Bowl. It will transport easier that way, and I can add more if it's needed.
 
Rae, is a "carry in" the same as a "pot-luck?"
 
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Yup! They're the same thing.
 
Sounds yummy.....take a pic and post. Maybe I didn't understand, how are you getting the filling inside the cake? Or are you just letting people spoon it over their slice of cake!!
 
LOL - I think it's different depending on your region...

Covered-Dish
Potluck
Carry-In

Any other thing it's called when everyone brings something to contribute to the meal?
 
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byrd1956 said:
Sounds yummy.....take a pic and post. Maybe I didn't understand, how are you getting the filling inside the cake? Or are you just letting people spoon it over their slice of cake!!
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The cake is a circle (think crown-shaped angel food cake). I'll fill the center hole with the pudding-like frosting. Make sense?
 
raebates said:
We just decided that we're attending a carry-in tomorrow, so I was looking for something to throw together to take. Right now, in my oven, there's a box mix carrot cake (with a little orange extract added in to kick it up a notch) in the new Silicone Crown Cake Pan.

I thought I'd fill the center with cream cheese frosting. That will look appealing and let each person decide how much to add to their cake. (I'll take a Bamboo Spooner along with the Slice N Serve.) The frosting is simple:

1 8 oz brick of cream cheese
12 oz sour cream
1/2 c milk (or less, depending on desired thickness)
3 c powdered sugar (or to taste)
1/2 t PC vanilla

I had mixed everything. It's sort of the consistency of pudding after refrigerating. Then I had a thought. An evil thought. I mixed about 1/4 cup of the Sweet Cinnamon Sprinkles into the cream cheese frosting. I'll be sprinkling a bit of the sprinkles on top for garnish.

What do you think? The carry-in is a 90th birthday party for The Furry Guy's great aunt. This will be my first time meeting most of the people there, so I want to make a good impression. ;)
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I'm drooling! Can you mail me a slice?
 
raebates said:
We just decided that we're attending a carry-in tomorrow, so I was looking for something to throw together to take. Right now, in my oven, there's a box mix carrot cake (with a little orange extract added in to kick it up a notch) in the new Silicone Crown Cake Pan.

I thought I'd fill the center with cream cheese frosting. That will look appealing and let each person decide how much to add to their cake. (I'll take a Bamboo Spooner along with the Slice N Serve.) The frosting is simple:

1 8 oz brick of cream cheese
12 oz sour cream
1/2 c milk (or less, depending on desired thickness)
3 c powdered sugar (or to taste)
1/2 t PC vanilla

I had mixed everything. It's sort of the consistency of pudding after refrigerating. Then I had a thought. An evil thought. I mixed about 1/4 cup of the Sweet Cinnamon Sprinkles into the cream cheese frosting. I'll be sprinkling a bit of the sprinkles on top for garnish.

What do you think? The carry-in is a 90th birthday party for The Furry Guy's great aunt. This will be my first time meeting most of the people there, so I want to make a good impression. ;)
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I add a small can of crushed pineapple and 1/2 cup of coconut and 1/2 cup of walnuts to my boxed carrot cake mix- DIVINE~~
 
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No slices until tomorrow. If there's any left, we'll talk. LOL!
 
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I could have added coconut if I'd thought of it. I'll try to remember that next time. Didn't have the other things in the house. Frankly, I was surprised to find the carrot cake. I sometimes buy cake mixes when they're on sale, but I don't make cakes very often.
 
raebates said:
I could have added coconut if I'd thought of it. I'll try to remember that next time. Didn't have the other things in the house. Frankly, I was surprised to find the carrot cake. I sometimes buy cake mixes when they're on sale, but I don't make cakes very often.
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I just love cake- especially cupcakes! :) Mmmmmm cake coma's! LOL
 
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Cake (even cupcakes) doesn't go well with good diabetes control. I make lots of baked goodies, but I don't usually eat them. I did taste the frosting as I finished it up, though. I mean, I had to make sure it was okay to serve to real people*. Right?Family members who live in your home don't count as real people. Don't worry. The Furry Guy knows he doesn't count as real people. LOL!
 
raebates said:
Cake (even cupcakes) doesn't go well with good diabetes control. I make lots of baked goodies, but I don't usually eat them. I did taste the frosting as I finished it up, though. I mean, I had to make sure it was okay to serve to real people*. Right?




Family members who live in your home don't count as real people. Don't worry. The Furry Guy knows he doesn't count as real people. LOL!
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LOL and it isn't the best thing for insulin resistance, either... but one can dream of cake!

I love cake
I might go make a lemon one for the chubby hubby....;)
 
Isn't it cool to be able to learn different expressions from other areas of the country? Do you ever think about how far communication has come and how quickly ideas can be passed from one to another?

OK, that's enough deep thinking. Go back to the yummy cake!
 
raebates said:
We met at Hills at the mall in Marion, IN, on July 4, 1984, while waiting for the fireworks to start. I had just filed for divorce, and so I wasn't dating. However, he began hanging out with a group of my friends. Honestly, he wasn't funny when he met me. I wasn't adventurous when I met him. We've been good for one another.

Laughter and a commitment to put Christ as the center of our marriage have helped to make it a good, solid marriage. Well, that and the threat I made when we decided to get married. I told him I would never go through another divorce. If he ever made me want one, I'd just stay with him and make his life a living nightmare. Trust me, I could do it. ;)




We'll have a drive to the party, so I've decided to take the filling separately in a Chillzanne Mini-Bowl. It will transport easier that way, and I can add more if it's needed.
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Awww that is a cute story. You described the Triple Cord (God in the center) = Good Solid Marriage.

Gives me hope for my sister, she is going through a very sad divorce right now and she's afraid of not finding someone worthwhile. She got married 6 months after I did so she would have celebrated her 12th year anniversary last June.
 
raebates said:
The cake is a circle (think crown-shaped angel food cake). I'll fill the center hole with the pudding-like frosting. Make sense?
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Oh, duh!!! my brain must have been dead earlier.....after I re-read I understood completely! :)
 
This sounds wonderful! Question about the frosting. Is it thick enough so that when someone slices a piece, exposing the frosting, the frosting won't ooze out where the slice was?
 
Rae....

Your cake sounds DELISH! Wish I was there to taste it for you...you know, to be sure it's okay for real people! lol
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Surprising Carrot Cake special for a 90th birthday celebration?

The Surprising Carrot Cake is special because it combines traditional flavors with unique ingredients that create a moist and flavorful cake. It often includes unexpected elements like crushed pineapple or coconut, which add depth and surprise to the classic carrot cake. This cake can also be decorated in a way that honors the birthday person's life and achievements, making it a memorable centerpiece for the celebration.

Can I make the Surprising Carrot Cake ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the Surprising Carrot Cake ahead of time! It actually tastes better after a day or two as the flavors meld together. You can bake the cake layers in advance, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and store them in the refrigerator or freezer. Just be sure to frost it closer to the event for the best presentation.

What ingredients do I need for the Surprising Carrot Cake?

To make the Surprising Carrot Cake, you will need grated carrots, flour, sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Additionally, you can include crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts for added flavor and texture. Don't forget the cream cheese frosting for the perfect finishing touch!

How can I decorate the Surprising Carrot Cake for a 90th birthday?

You can decorate the Surprising Carrot Cake by using cream cheese frosting to create a smooth finish, then add decorative elements like edible flowers, fresh fruit, or themed cake toppers that reflect the birthday person's interests or milestones. Consider using a "90" cake topper or writing a heartfelt message on the cake to celebrate this significant milestone.

Is the Surprising Carrot Cake suitable for guests with dietary restrictions?

The Surprising Carrot Cake can be adapted to accommodate various dietary restrictions. For gluten-free guests, you can substitute regular flour with a gluten-free blend. If you're catering to those with dairy allergies, consider using a dairy-free cream cheese alternative for the frosting. Always check with your guests beforehand to ensure everyone can enjoy this delicious treat!

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