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

Carrot cake is a classic dessert that has been loved by families for generations. Its moist texture and sweet, spiced flavor make it a popular choice for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, and any special occasion. This recipe for Family-Favorite Gluten-Free Carrot Cake takes the traditional carrot cake and transforms it into a delicious gluten-free treat that everyone can enjoy.

Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, this carrot cake is not only gluten-free, but also dairy-free,...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • ½ cup applesauce
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose baking flour (such as Cup4Cup™)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and shredded

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
  • Mix sugar, oil, applesauce, and eggs together in a large bowl until well blended. Stir in flour, cinnamon, baking soda, vanilla extract, and nutmeg; mix well. Stir in shredded carrots and pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    295 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 47mg
    • Sodium: 149mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 149mg