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Healthy Carrot Cake

A healthier twist on the classic carrot cake, combining moist carrots with warm spices for a delicious dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Grater
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease the round cake pans with a little oil or cooking spray.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. In another bowl, combine honey (or maple syrup), applesauce, and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Fold in the grated carrots and nuts (if using) to the wet mixture.
  6. Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture using a spatula.
  7. Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared cake pans.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve with a light cream cheese frosting or yogurt for added flavor.