Gluten-free Carrot Cake

This gluten-free carrot cake is a delicious and moist dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Made with fresh carrots and warm spices, it's a crowd-pleaser for sure!

Gluten-free Carrot Cake

Ingredients

  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • Cream cheese frosting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the grated carrots, almond flour, coconut sugar, applesauce, eggs, coconut oil, vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
  3. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. If desired, frost the cake with cream cheese frosting before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
4g
Fat
18g

Supplies

9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula Wire rack

Tools

Oven Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the carrot cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips & tricks

For a dairy-free option, use a dairy-free cream cheese frosting or simply dust the cake with powdered sugar.

Cost

$12