Why We Love Parsnips In A Cake More Than Carrots. Parsnips are not white carrots, though like carrots, they have a sweet earthy flavor that makes either of them perfect for desserts.

This season's crop of parsnip desserts plays up both familiar and unexpected flavor pairings. Naturally, parsnips work well with traditional cool-weather ingredients such as maple syrup, honey and ...

Desserts featuring parsnip jam, and parsnip fritters sprinkled in sugar were also popular. Today's parsnip-laced treats are ...

Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and line the base and sides of a 12-cup (3-litre) cake tin or high-sided baking dish. Pop the dates and grated parsnip into a mixing bowl, along with the grated ...