How to Make Easy Gluten-Free Carrot Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Carrot cake is a classic dessert that is loved by many, but for those who are following a gluten-free diet, it can be hard to find a recipe that meets their dietary needs. That's why we're excited to share this recipe for Easy Gluten-Free Carrot Cake! This delicious and moist cake is bursting with flavor and is perfect for anyone who is looking for a gluten-free dessert option. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply want to treat yourself, this cake is sure to be a hit!

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ⅓ cups gluten-free all-purpose baking flour (such as Cup4Cup™)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • ½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch baking pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Beat white sugar and vegetable oil together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy; beat in eggs, 1 at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix.
  • Combine baking flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl; mix into sugar-vegetable oil until batter is smooth. Fold carrots into the batter; pour into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Allow cake to cool completely, at least 30 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese and butter together in a bowl using an electric mixer; beat in confectioners' sugar, a little at a time, until icing is smooth and creamy. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and beat well. Spread icing onto cake.
  • Nutrition

    449 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 67mg
    • Sodium: 401mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 38g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 91mg