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Healthy Carrot Cake

Moist Healthy Carrot Cake You’ll Love Guilt-Free Indulgence

This Healthy Carrot Cake is a guilt-free indulgence featuring wholesome ingredients for a delicious, moist dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Grated Carrots About 2-3 large carrots.
  • 3 large Eggs Essential structure and richness.
  • ½ cup Maple Syrup Can be swapped with honey.
  • ½ cup Coconut Oil Melted, can use neutral oil.
  • ½ cup Plain Greek Yogurt Opt for full-fat for best flavor.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure extract elevates your bake.
  • 2 cups Oat Flour Ensure oats are gluten-free.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Essential for rising.
  • ½ tsp Baking Soda Essential for rising.
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon Infuses aromatic flavor.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Infuses aromatic flavor.
  • ½ tsp Ground Nutmeg Infuses aromatic flavor.
  • ¼ tsp Sea Salt Enhances all flavors.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Neufchâtel Cheese Softened, lower-fat alternative.
  • ¼ cup Greek Yogurt For creaminess and tang.
  • ¼ cup Maple Syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt Enhances sweetness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 8x8 Baking Pan
  • Oven
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Healthy Carrot Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 baking pan with coconut oil, lining the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Grate 2-3 large carrots until you have approximately 2 cups and place in a mixing bowl.
  3. In another bowl, combine 3 large eggs, ½ cup maple syrup, ½ cup melted coconut oil, ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, and 1 tsp vanilla extract, whisk until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, mix together 2 cups oat flour, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp baking soda, 1 tbsp cinnamon, 1 tsp ginger, ½ tsp nutmeg, and ¼ tsp sea salt, whisk until combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined.
  6. Carefully pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 30 minutes, then cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. For the frosting, combine 8 oz softened Neufchâtel cheese, ¼ cup Greek yogurt, ¼ cup maple syrup, and a pinch of sea salt, beat until smooth.
  9. Once cooled, frost the cake generously and decorate with additional carrots or nuts if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store cake in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Rewhip frosting before using if stored separately.

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