Flax Seed Carrot Cake

INGREDIENTSinto the prepared pan.
3 egg whitesBake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted
2/3 cup white sugarinto the center comes out clean, about 40
1/4 cup nonfat milkminutes. Let cool for 10 to 20 minutes before
1/3 cup applesaucerefrigerating overnight.
1 teaspoon vanilla extractNUTRITION INFORMATION
1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)Servings Per Recipe: 12
1 1/3 cups whole wheat flourAmount Per Serving
2/3 cup all-purpose flourCalories: 178
2 tablespoons ground flax seedTotal Fat: 3.3g
2 teaspoons ground cinnamonCholesterol: < 1mg
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmegSodium: 128mg
1/2 teaspoon ground clovesTotal Carbs: 34.1g
1 teaspoon baking sodaDietary Fiber: 3.5g
1/3 cup chopped walnutsProtein: 4.8g
1/2 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drainedFlax seed is 1/3 oil, and the rest of flax seed is
1 cup grated carrotmade up of fiber, protein, and mucilage. Flax seed
DIRECTIONSoil is a rich source of essential fatty acids - flax
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).seed contains omega 3 essential fatty acid,
Oil a 9x5 inch loaf pan with vegetable cookingomega 6 essential fatty acid, and contains 3
spray.essential fatty acids in just the right proportions.
Whisk together the egg whites, sugar, milk,Flax seed is also a great source of lignans,
applesauce, vanilla, and almond extract in a bowlvitamins, and minerals. North Americans are
until well blended. In a large bowl, sift together theusually lacking omega 3 essential fatty acids in
flour, whole wheat flour, flax seed, cinnamon,their diet, and flax seed oil is an excellent
nutmeg, cloves, and baking soda. Mix the egg intosupplement for this.
the flour and stir until well blended. Fold in theTry this flax seed recipe and you won't be
walnuts, carrot, and drained pineapple. Pour batterdisappointed.