Description
This Decadent Carrot Cake is a deliciously moist and flavorful dessert that is both flourless and sugarless, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a healthier yet indulgent treat. Made with grated carrots, almond flour, and sweetened naturally with unsweetened applesauce, this cake is packed with warm spices and crunchy walnuts for texture and depth.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cake.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add grated carrots, almond flour, unsweetened applesauce, chopped walnuts, eggs, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir everything together until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Prepare Pan: Grease an 8-inch round cake pan thoroughly to ensure the cake doesn’t stick when baking and cooling.
- Pour Batter: Transfer the combined batter into the greased cake pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake – it should come out clean when done.
- Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then carefully transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy the cake plain or enhance it with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sugar-free frosting for extra indulgence.
Notes
- This cake is naturally sweetened with applesauce, making it sugar-free and a healthier dessert option.
- Use fresh grated carrots for best texture and flavor.
- Almond flour contributes to the gluten-free aspect of the cake; ensure it is finely ground for a smoother batter.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before adding any frosting to prevent melting or sliding.
- You can store leftovers tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For a nut-free version, omit walnuts or substitute with seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: carrot cake, flourless cake, sugarless cake, gluten free dessert, healthy carrot cake, almond flour cake, sugar-free dessert
