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Gluten-free carrot cake
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January 31, 2025
This carrot cake is a much healthier version, using natural sweeteners, gluten-free flour, and Greek yoghurt for the frosting, making it lighter than traditional cakes. It’s a great balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates!
Nutrients (per slice, assuming 10 slices)
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Ingredients
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| 2 cups gluten-free flour (such as rice flour or almond flour) | |
| 2tsp baking powder | |
| 1tsp baking soda | |
| 1tsp ground cinnamon | |
| 1/2tsp ground nutmeg | |
| 1/4tsp salt | |
| 4 large eggs | |
| 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted) or olive oil | |
| 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup | |
| 1tsp vanilla extract | |
| 2 cups grated carrots (about 3 medium carrots) | |
| 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce | |
| 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) | |
| 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional) |
For the frosting (optional, but recommended for a full cake experience):
| 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened) | |
| 2tbsp honey or maple syrup | |
| 1tsp vanilla extract |
Nutritional Information
250
kcal
5g
Protein
16g
Fat
25g
Carbohydrates
Directions
1.
Preheat the oven
to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake tin or line it with parchment paper.
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2.
Prepare the dry ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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3.
Prepare the wet ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the melted coconut oil (or olive oil), honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
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4.
Add the grated carrots and applesauce
Stir in the grated carrots and applesauce into the wet mixture.
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5.
Combine wet and dry ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until fully combined. If using, fold in the walnuts or pecans and shredded coconut.
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6.
Bake the cake
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
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7.
Cool the cake
Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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8.
Make the frosting (optional)
Mix the Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth. Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting on top.
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9.
Serve
Slice the cake into 10 pieces and enjoy!
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Notes
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on specific ingredients used.
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