Slimmed Down Carrot Cake

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Carrot Cake:

Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing

1 1/2 cups granulated or coconut sugar 

1/4 cup canola oil 

2 teaspoons vanilla extract 

2 large eggs 

2 cups all-purpose flour 

2 teaspoons baking soda 

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 

1/2 teaspoon salt 

1 cup carrot puree or carrot baby food 

1 cup frozen grated coconut, thawed 

2/3 cup walnuts, finely chopped 

1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained 

Frosting:

One 8-ounce package Neufchatel cheese, at room temperature

2 cups confectioners' sugar 

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

3/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped