Vegan Carrot Cake

This Vegan Carrot Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of carrots with warm spices. Topped with a creamy vegan frosting, it’s a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• grated carrots - 150 grams
• all-purpose flour - 100 grams
• brown sugar - 50 grams
• maple syrup - 30 ml
• vegetable oil - 30 ml
• plant-based milk - 60 ml
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• ground nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• chopped walnuts (optional) - 30 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, brown sugar, maple syrup, vegetable oil, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from carrots, promoting healthy skin and vision.
• Contains fiber that aids digestion and helps maintain a healthy weight.

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