Vegan Carrot Cake Slice
Indulge in the ultimate plant-based dessert with this Vegan Carrot Cake Slice—an irresistible combination of moist, spiced cake and creamy vegan frosting. Packed with warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe features freshly grated carrots, applesauce, and a medley of walnuts and raisins for added texture and natural sweetness. The luscious frosting, made with vegan cream cheese and butter, perfectly complements each bite, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether you're catering to vegan guests or simply seeking a healthier dessert option, this easy-to-make carrot cake slice is proof that comfort food can be both delicious and cruelty-free. Ready in under an hour, it’s the perfect treat for sharing at brunches, celebrations, or an everyday indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups carrots, grated
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup walnuts, chopped
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 8 ounces vegan cream cheese
- 0.25 cup vegan butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
In another bowl, combine the grated carrots, granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring just until incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chopped walnuts and raisins into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
For the vegan frosting, beat together the vegan cream cheese and vegan butter until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until the frosting reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency.
Once the cake is cool, spread the vegan frosting evenly over the cake using a spatula.
Cut into slices and serve. Enjoy your delicious vegan carrot cake slice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.9 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 402 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.2 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 196 mg | 4% | |
*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.
