In a small saucepan cover grated carrots with water. Bring water to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 min. Let cool and mash.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs. Add vegetable oil buttermilk, the 2 cups of palm sugar and 2 teaspoons of vanilla. Add almond flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon and salt. Mix in pineapple, 2 cups mashed carrots, nuts and coconut.
3
Line a 13 x 9 x 2.5 inch pan with parchment paper. Pour cake batter into pan.
4
Bake at 350°F for 55 min., or until cake tests done.
5
Place cake on a plate and allow to cool completely before frosting.