How to Make Carrot Cake Cupcakes (No Sugar Added) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Carrot cake is a classic dessert that many people associate with warm, comforting flavors and indulgent sweetness. But what if you could enjoy all the deliciousness of carrot cake without any added sugar? These Carrot Cake Cupcakes are the perfect solution for anyone looking for a healthier option that doesn't sacrifice taste.

These cupcakes are not only free of added sugars, but they also boast a moist, tender crumb and a rich, spiced flavor that will have you reaching for seconds. W...

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Ingredients

  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 cup pitted dates
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 ¼ cups whole wheat pastry flour
  • ⅓ cup wheat germ
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 cupcakes

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray 10 cups of a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick spray.
  • Combine dates and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Transfer to a blender or food processor. Cover and pulse a few times, then process until pureed.
  • Mix flour, wheat germ, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • Beat eggs lightly in a medium bowl. Stir in pureed dates, shredded carrots, canola oil, and vanilla; mix until well blended. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; mix by hand or blend with a mixer on low speed until all ingredients are combined. Pour batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each one halfway.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the centers comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 25 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    176 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 193mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 45mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 246mg