Indulge in Healthy Carrot Coffee Cake – Easy & Nutritious– Indulge in the delightful goodness of our Carrot Coffee Cake. This treat satisfies your sweet tooth and supports your overall health and wellness. This delicious cake combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the comforting flavors of a classic coffee cake, creating a nutritious and enjoyable dessert.
Carrots are the star ingredient, offering a wealth of health benefits. Rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, carrots are essential for maintaining good vision, a strong immune system, and healthy skin. They also provide a significant amount of dietary fiber, which aids digestion and helps maintain a healthy weight by promoting a feeling of fullness.
Our Carrot Coffee Cake is also made with whole grain flour, which provides complex carbohydrates that release energy slowly, keeping you energized throughout the day without the sugar crashes associated with refined flour. Adding nuts and spices like cinnamon and nutmeg enhances the flavor and adds antioxidants and healthy fats, further boosting the cake’s nutritional profile.
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Carrot Coffee Cake:
Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Serves 8
- 2 large carrots grated
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup vegan butter
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- pinch of sea salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Topping:
- 4 Tbsp vegan butter
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown coconut sugar
- pinch of sea salt
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Peel and grate the carrots. Use a food processor for ease. The ending yield should be about 1 1/2 cups. Whisk the sugar, melted butter, and eggs. Stir in the carrots. Add the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix until just combined.
The batter will be thick. Prepare the topping by mixing all the ingredients to form a sandy texture. Spread the batter into a pre-treated 9-inch round baking pan with a non-stick option. Sprinkle with the topping and bake for 30 minutes or until the center is set. Top with honey butter.