Today we are making healthy carrot cake with frosting. Because carrot cake is hot! At every lunch or drinks place it is on the menu these days and I can understand why. That's why I present to you today: healthy carrot cake with frosting.
Healthy carrot cake with frosting
1 hour
Why is carrot cake so popular?
There are several reasons why carrot cake is so popular.
- Flavor: carrot cake has a unique flavor that appeals to many people. It has a sweet, moist and dense texture and often contains ingredients such as cinnamon, speculaas spices and vanilla that contribute to its flavor. This makes carrot cake a lot more flavorful than banana bread, for example.
- Healthy: carrot cake is often considered a "healthier" option compared to other desserts because it is made with carrots and sometimes nuts and raisins, all of which contain healthy nutrients. In addition, using whole wheat flour instead of white flour can further increase the nutritional value. This makes carrot cake, especially according to this recipe, a very healthy and nutritious snack.
- Nostalgia: carrot cake is a classic treat that has been popular for decades. Many people have nostalgic memories of eating carrot cake on birthdays, holidays and other special occasions. And we all know the joke from back in the day anyway, about a rabbit who came to buy carrot cake. Haha!
- Simplicity: carrot cake is relatively easy to make and does not require complicated techniques. It is a dessert that can be easily prepared for a large group of people and can also be easily adapted to different dietary restrictions. For example, I myself am not allowed all nuts, so I simply leave them out in this healthy carrot cake with frosting. You can also easily use plant-based dairy (I do myself) or use gluten-free flour.
- Versatility: carrot cake can be adapted to different tastes and textures by adding ingredients such as pineapple, coconut, ginger or cocoa. This makes it a versatile dessert suitable for different taste preferences.
More healthy baking
Looking for more healthy baked goods? How about this oatmeal cake with apple and speculoos or this healthy chocolate cake? A classic banana bread also always does well: you'll find these here! This banana bread is gluten-free due to the use of chickpea flour.
What you need:
For the cake
210 gr spelt flour
120 gr self-rising baking flour
3 eggs
200 ml of milk
unsweetened
150 gr unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla essence
2 tbsp. specula spice
50 gr raisins
100 gr carrot julienne
pinch of salt
For the healthy frosting
100 gr dairy spread light
2 tbsp. powdered sugar
1 tbsp water
1 cake
What to do:
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees and line a cake pan with baking paper (or grease it).
2
Mix the spelt flour with the self-rising baking flour, baking powder, specula cheese spice and salt. In another bowl, mix the applesauce, eggs, milk and vanilla essence.
3
Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix gently spatula. Add the carrot and raisins as well. Mix again.
4
Pour the cake batter into the cake pan. Gently tap the tin on the countertop so that all air bubbles are out.
5
Slide the cake into the oven for 35-40 minutes. If it gets too dark on top, you can cover it halfway through with aluminum foil in the oven. Let the cake cool completely before cutting it.
6
Make the frosting by mixing the dairy spread with the powdered sugar and water. Spread the frosting on the (cooled) cake.
7
Enjoy and don't forget to share your dish in your Instastory with the tag @easyculi!
