Diabetic Carrot Cake Recipe EatingWell from www.eatingwell.com
Introduction
Carrot cake is a classic dessert that is loved by many. It's a moist and flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion. The best part about this cake is that it's easy to make and requires simple ingredients that are readily available. In this article, we will be sharing a delicious carrot cake recipe that is popular in the UK.
Ingredients
For the cake:
300g all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
300g granulated sugar
250 ml vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
300g grated carrots
100g chopped walnuts (optional)
For the cream cheese frosting:
200g cream cheese, softened
100g unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
300g powdered sugar, sifted
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan)/Gas 4. Grease and line two 20cm round cake tins with baking paper. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well and set aside. 3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the oil and vanilla extract and beat until well combined. 4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined. 5. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts (if using). 6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake tins and smooth out the surface with a spatula. 7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. 8. Leave the cakes to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. 9. To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. 10. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and continue to beat until the frosting is light and fluffy. 11. Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a generous amount of frosting over one of the cakes and sandwich the other cake on top. 12. Spread a thin layer of frosting over the top and sides of the cake to create a crumb coat. 13. Chill the cake in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. 14. Once the crumb coat has set, add a final layer of frosting over the top and sides of the cake, using a spatula to create smooth edges. 15. Decorate the cake with chopped walnuts, grated carrots, or any other toppings of your choice.
Nutrition
Here is the approximate nutritional information per serving of the carrot cake:
Calories: 600
Protein: 7g
Fat: 38g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Sugar: 44g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 330mg
Conclusion
This carrot cake recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves a good carrot cake. It's easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for any occasion. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement to the moist and delicious cake. Give it a try and see for yourself how delicious it is!
