This cake looks outstanding. I make carrot cake every Easter and was looking for a new recipe. The one I make uses vegetable oil as a shortening but I like this version that uses 1/2 oil and 1/2 melted butter. Mine uses only nuts and raisins but I can't wait to try the addition of coconut ,pineapple and ginger . I ice mine with the cream cheese frosting and decorate with marzipan carrots (that I make). If I want to bake in 9" pans any idea how long they should bake? Can't wait!!!!!!!!!! Hi Linda, Try 30 minutes or so for your 9" cakes. All ovens vary, so check a bit early and check often. ~ MaryJane

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