Carrot Mini Sheet Cake

"Whose idea was it to put carrot in a cake anyway? In Medieval Europe, sugar was so inaccessible that the populace had to get creative with satisfying its sweet tooth. Abundant in quantity and sufficiently sweet, carrots got the job done—and then some. Not only did they contribute understated sweetness; they also increased moisture content to keep desserts fluffy. Taking notes from both Medieval masses and grandmas of yore, Trader Joe’s festively spiced Carrot Mini Sheet Cake evokes nostalgia with every bite. Shredded carrots and warm spices are baked together in a sweet and nutty base. Speaking of nuts, walnuts lend just enough bite to contrast the cake’s moist and tender crumb. As with our mainstay Mini Sheet Cakes, cream cheese icing ribbons top off each slice with a tinge of tanginess and creamy texture. There’s no baking or heating necessary for this scrumptious cake. Go right ahead and serve after weeknight dinners, add candles for birthday celebrations, or gift a whole sheet to the carrot cake lover in your life."