Healthy Carrot Cake Recipe: Indulgent and Guilt-Free Delight
A deliciously moist and spiced healthy carrot cake that satisfies your sweet cravings while being nutritious.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, applesauce, honey/maple syrup, oil, and eggs. Mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before serving.
Notes
- This cake can be topped with a cream cheese or yogurt frosting for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8 grams
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 24 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: Healthy Carrot Cake Recipe, Guilt-Free Dessert, Low Sugar Cake