Carrot Carrot Honey Cake Recipe

Experience the ultimate carrot cake! This recipe, packed with Vitamin A, showcases the pure, intense flavor of carrots thanks to a unique cooking method. We microwave or steam (never boil!) the carrots to preserve their delicious essence, then mash them into a moist and decadent honey cake. Enjoy this egg and dairy-free delight – perfect for a healthy and satisfying treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 175.7 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 1.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Carrot Carrot Honey Cake

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How to Make Carrot Carrot Honey Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Peel and chop 1 pound (450g) carrots into 1-inch pieces. Microwave or steam the carrots until tender (about 8-10 minutes).
  3. Mash the cooked carrots thoroughly.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup (200g) honey, ½ cup (120ml) unsweetened applesauce, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup (240ml) water.
  6. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  7. Stir in the mashed carrots.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

3g

Carbs

9g