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Healthy Carrot Cake Recipe

Healthy Carrot Cake

Amy
This Healthy Carrot Cake is a delightful blend of moist, tender crumb and warm, spiced flavors that feel indulgent yet nourishing. In just 25 minutes of prep and 35 minutes of baking, you’ll have a dessert that’s as wholesome as it is delicious.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients

  • 2¼ cups whole wheat pastry flour (or half white, half wheat)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 teaspoons cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup applesauce
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ½ cup almond milk, at room temperature
  • ½ cup melted coconut oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups finely grated carrots

Frosting Ingredients

  • 4 ounces cream cheese*
  • 1½ tablespoons butter*, slightly softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, more if a stiffer frosting is desired
  • ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round baking pan, 8x8 square pan, or two 6-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs and then whisk in the applesauce, maple syrup, almond milk, coconut oil, and vanilla. Stir in the carrots.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the baking dish and bake for 35 to 38 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
  • Make the frosting: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the vanilla and powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
Keyword carrot cake, gluten-free baking, healthy dessert, low-sugar recipe, wholesome ingredients
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