Vegan Xylitol Carrot Cake

Delight in the guilt-free decadence of this Vegan Xylitol Carrot Cake, a wholesome twist on the classic dessert that's perfect for health-conscious foodies. Naturally sweetened with xylitol, this cake is free of refined sugar, making it a diabetic-friendly option while still offering plenty of sweetness. The tender crumb is packed with finely grated carrots, cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and optional mix-ins like walnuts and raisins for added texture and flavor. Made vegan with plant-based milk and an easy DIY buttermilk using apple cider vinegar, this one-bowl recipe is simple, versatile, and perfect for any occasion. Serve it frosted with vegan cream cheese frosting or dusted with powdered xylitol for a showstopping dessert that will win over vegans and non-vegans alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for GF version)
• 1 cup Xylitol
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup Neutral vegetable oil (e.g., canola or sunflower oil)
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Carrots, finely grated
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes to curdle and create a vegan buttermilk.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, xylitol, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 4

Add the vegan buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the grated carrots. If using, also fold in the chopped walnuts and raisins.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Optional: Frost with vegan cream cheese frosting or dust with powdered xylitol before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1572.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3700.7

Total Fat 165.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3640.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 615.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.7g	0%
Total Sugars 77.2g
Protein 51.7g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 783.6mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 2901.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.8%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 59.2%