By Kristi O’Toole

Ingredients:

• 1 pkg (15.25 oz/432 g) carrot cake mix
• 1 can (11 oz/300 mL) mandarin orange segments in light syrup, undrained
• Optional toppings: Orange Cream Cheese Frosting (see Cook’s Tips) and spiralized carrot or powdered sugar

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and spray a Brownie Pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Drain the oranges; reserving the syrup. Place the oranges in the Manual Food Processor and process until purèed.

Combine the cake mix, oranges, and syrup in a Classic Batter Bowl (the mixture will be thick). Using a Large Scoop, divide the batter evenly into the wells of the pan. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Remove the pan from the oven and let it stand for 10 minutes. Remove the cakes form the pan and serve. If you are using optional toppings, allow the cakes to cool before topping.

Kristi stays busy with her writing, shoe designing and Pampered Chef business so she knows how precious time can be; she also knows how important eating healthy and showing your children life beyond fast food can be. The Pampered Chefs Happy Families segment is designed with busy lives in mind. The recipes presented will be fast, easy and affordable to everyone. The tools you need to complete these meals can be found on her personal website.

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