MOIST Vegan Carrot Cake Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the delightful taste of our MOIST Vegan Carrot Cake Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting. This cake is a perfect blend of warm spices and fresh grated carrots, creating a moist and flavorful dessert that everyone will adore. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or just a sweet treat any day of the week, this vegan cake is topped with a rich and creamy dairy-free frosting that elevates it to pure decadence. With its straightforward preparation and all-vegan ingredients, it’s not only delicious but also accommodates various dietary needs, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 4 cups grated carrots
- 2/3 cup vegan buttermilk
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup dairy-free yogurt
- 1 cup vegan butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegan cream cheese for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
- Prepare vegan buttermilk by mixing vegan milk and apple cider vinegar; let sit.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine melted vegan butter, sugars, yogurt, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, alternating with vegan buttermilk; fold in grated carrots.
- Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans before transferring to racks; frost with cream cheese frosting when completely cool.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg