How to Make Carrot Cake Donut Holes with Cream Cheese Dip - A Step-by-Step Guide

Carrot cake is a classic dessert loved by many for its rich, moist texture and warm spices. And what could be better than enjoying the flavors of carrot cake in a bite-sized form? Introducing Carrot Cake Donut Holes with Cream Cheese Dip, a delightful twist on the traditional carrot cake that is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings.

These Carrot Cake Donut Holes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that will surely be a hit at any gathering. They are perfectly spiced with cinna...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup drained crushed pineapple
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup grated carrots, packed
  • ½ cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • vegetable oil for cooking
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 mins
  • Total Time: 27 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 dozen

  • Whisk flour, brown sugar, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, baking soda, and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt together in a large bowl.
  • Combine milk, crushed pineapple, and egg in a small bowl. Stir into the flour mixture. Add melted butter; mix until a soft dough forms. Fold in carrots and coconut.
  • Heat at least 2 inches of oil in a large pot to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a wire rack or baking sheet with paper towels.
  • Scoop a few tablespoons of dough into the hot oil using a small ice cream scoop. Fry donut holes until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Transfer donut holes to the paper towels using a slotted spoon; let drain and cool slightly. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • Whisk white sugar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Roll donut holes in sugar mixture.
  • Beat cream cheese and 1 tablespoon butter together in a bowl until smooth. Beat in confectioners' sugar until dip is well-blended and fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract and 1 pinch salt. Serve donut holes with cream cheese dip.
  • Nutrition

    179 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 208mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 50mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 69mg