• 20
    min
    Prep Time
  • 30
    min
    Cook Time
  • 50
    min
    Ready in
  • 4-6
    per
    Yield
  • 350
    cal
    Calories
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Recipe Overview

  • Author’s name:Vegor
  • Recipe type:Dessert
  • Allergens:Wheat,Nuts,Soy
  • Seasons:All
  • Cuisines:Vegan
  • Courses:Dessert

Recipe Description

Savor the delightful experience of our Vegan Carrot Cake, where every bite is a celebration of moist, tender goodness and the natural sweetness of carrots. This exquisite cake is crafted with a blend of finely grated carrots, enveloping your palate in a warm, spiced embrace with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. The texture is flawlessly soft and rich, achieved entirely with plant-based ingredients, ensuring a guilt-free indulgence.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • For the frosting:
  • 1/4 cup vegan butter, softened

Steps:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together applesauce, almond milk, apple cider vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed. Fold in grated carrots and walnuts.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. To make the frosting, beat together vegan butter, vegan cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  7. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
  8. Serve and enjoy!

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