Description
Healthy Carrot Cake is a deliciously moist dessert that combines the natural sweetness of fresh carrots with warm spices, making it perfect for any occasion. This guilt-free treat uses wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour and maple syrup, ensuring you indulge without compromise. Enjoy every slice knowing it’s packed with nutrients and flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated fresh carrots
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently; fold in grated carrots and walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added moisture, consider folding in crushed pineapple or coconut flakes. You can also replace chopped walnuts with pecans or omit them entirely for a nut-free version.