"I really enjoyed this carrot cake. Very easy to prepare, however, I did add a variety mix of raisins I purchased at Trader Joe's. I also used 8 ounces of Mascarpone cheese along with 1 8 ounce pkg of Cream Cheese, naturally I could have decreased the cream cheese however, I added 1/3 cup more powdered sugar (played it by ear really) and did not us"

"I have tried many different recipes, none tasted like real donuts. I have been a fan of Alton for years for the "education" of proper cooking with ingredients. The only change I made from his recipe is the milk, I substituted Butter Milk. I mentally see him either shaking his head no or giving me an explanation why I shouldn't but I did and the do"

"Why would anyone leave off the zest of lemons? In culinary training we all know what value Lemon Zest has to any pastry ingredient. Absolutely LOVED this easy recipe and DON'T CHANGE A THING! The sizes are for a reason and cutting them down does effect the quality of the recipe. Love Ina, she is one classy cook, love her recipe."