Description
A moist and flavorful carrot cake made with almond flour for a gluten-free twist. This cake is packed with grated carrots, warm spices, and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
2 cups almond flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3 large eggs
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup melted coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups finely grated carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until well combined.
In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Fold in the grated carrots, chopped walnuts, and shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
While the cake cools, prepare the frosting by beating the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and beat until fully combined and fluffy.
Once the cake is completely cooled, remove it from the pan and spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
Slice and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
