An Easy Carrot Cake

Craving a delicious vegan treat that’s both moist and flavorful? Our Easy Carrot Cake recipe will become your new go-to dessert for any occasion. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with the classic spiced flavors of a traditional carrot cake, this plant-based version is a crowd-pleaser that will satisfy your sweet tooth guilt-free.

An Easy Carrot Cake

Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
– 1/2 cup plant-based milk
– 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
– 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
– 1 tsp baking powder
– 1 tsp baking soda
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
– 1/2 tsp salt
– Vegan cream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Add the grated carrots, applesauce, plant-based milk, and melted coconut oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until well combined.
4. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts for added crunch and texture.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
8. Once cooled, carefully transfer the cake to a serving plate.
9. Spread a generous layer of vegan cream cheese frosting on top of the cake.
10. Slice and serve your delicious Easy Carrot Cake to delight your taste buds and those of your loved ones.

This delightful vegan carrot cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself to a cozy afternoon snack. The combination of moist cake, sweet carrots, and aromatic spices will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, the dairy-free cream cheese frosting adds a creamy and tangy finish that complements the cake beautifully. Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite mix-ins like raisins or shredded coconut for an extra burst of flavor and texture. Enjoy every bite of this Easy Carrot Cake knowing it’s a wholesome and satisfying dessert that you can indulge in guilt-free.