Description
Indulge in our delectable To Die For Carrot Cake, a delightful dessert that is sure to impress at any gathering. This cake features a moist texture thanks to the combination of unsweetened applesauce and crushed pineapple, ensuring each bite bursts with flavor. Made without oil or butter, it’s a healthier choice that doesn’t compromise on taste. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or just a cozy night in, this cake is versatile and can be customized with your favorite toppings like toasted nuts or coconut flakes. Whether served plain or slathered in cream cheese frosting, this carrot cake is bound to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ cups unsweetened applesauce
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (not drained)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, and eggs until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture and add grated carrots, shredded coconut, nuts (if using), vanilla extract, and crushed pineapple. Mix until just combined.
- Prepare your baking pans by lightly greasing them or lining with parchment paper.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake: approximately 35–40 minutes for larger pans or 25–30 minutes for smaller ones. Check doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 309
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 267mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg