Healthified Carrot Cake
Indulge in guilt-free decadence with this Healthified Carrot Cake, a wholesome twist on the classic dessert that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Crafted with nutrient-rich whole wheat and almond flours, naturally sweetened with honey and applesauce, and infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this moist and tender cake is packed with 2 cups of freshly grated carrots for a boost of vitamins and texture. Topped with a creamy, tangy frosting made from Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and cream cheese, this healthier carrot cake is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a nutritious treat or a crowd-pleaser that satisfies without the guilt, this easy-to-make dessert delivers in just 50 minutes from start to finish. Best of all, it’s topped with optional crunchy walnuts for an extra touch of texture and elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cups Almond flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cups Honey
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 cups Grated carrots
- 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts
- 1 cup Unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, honey, vanilla extract, and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake for 28–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the frosting by beating the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and cream cheese together until smooth and fluffy.
Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the top. Decorate with additional chopped walnuts if desired.
Slice, serve, and enjoy your Healthified Carrot Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2598 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.4 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.2 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 2666 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.2 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.4 g | 151% | |
| Total Sugars | 164.2 g | ||
| Protein | 91.2 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2310 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
