Spiced Carrot Cake Gluten Free
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Spiced Carrot Cake that's not only gluten-free but also bursting with warm spices and natural sweetness. Made with finely shredded carrots, aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this recipe delivers a perfectly moist and tender crumb. A hint of unsweetened applesauce adds extra softness while keeping the cake light, and optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts and raisins offer delightful texture. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and ready in under an hour, this gluten-free dessert is perfect for any occasion. Whether topped with luscious cream cheese frosting or served as-is, this one-pan wonder will be a hit with both gluten-free and traditional eaters alike!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cups Shredded carrot
- 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.75 cup Vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch cake pan or two 9-inch round cake pans with non-stick spray or lined with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrot, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir just until no streaks of flour remain, being careful not to overmix.
Step 5
If using, gently fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans and raisins.
Step 6
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 8
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or frosting.
Step 9
Optional: Top the cooled cake with a cream cheese frosting or enjoy it plain as a spiced treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1150.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3734.0 |
| Total Fat 233.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 558mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3787.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 419.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 369.6g | |
| Protein 34.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 123IU | 0% |
| Calcium 486.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2148.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories