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Healthy Carrot Cake

Deliciously Guilt-Free Healthy Carrot Cake You'll Love

This Healthy Carrot Cake is a gluten-free indulgence that combines moisture, sweetness, and a guilt-free delight in every slice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2-3 large grated carrots
  • 3 large eggs essential for binding
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey for sweetness
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil melted, can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt full-fat preferred
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure for best results
  • 1 cup oat flour can be made at home
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Neufchâtel cheese lower fat than cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans toast for added depth
  • 1/2 cup raisins soak in hot water before adding

Equipment

  • 8x8 baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • toothpick

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking pan.
  2. Step 2: Combine Wet Ingredients - In a large bowl, mix grated carrots, eggs, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, Greek yogurt, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients - In another bowl, sift together oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices and salt.
  4. Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures - Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Step 5: Pour and Bake - Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Step 6: Cool the Cake - Let the cake cool in the pan for about 30 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Prepare the Frosting - Beat together Neufchâtel cheese, Greek yogurt and maple syrup until creamy.
  8. Step 8: Frost and Serve - Frost the cooled cake and serve, or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure the cake cools completely before frosting to prevent tearing. Avoid overmixing for a fluffy texture.

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