Ingredients

2 cups whole wheat flour1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking soda3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger2 eggs1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups shredded carrots1 cup raisins

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger. Combine the eggs, applesauce and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the carrots and raisins (batter will be thick).

Spread evenly in a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.