Vegan Carrot Cake
(Moist, Spiced & Naturally Sweet)
This vegan carrot cake is incredibly moist, warmly spiced, and packed with freshly grated carrots for natural sweetness and texture. With its soft crumb and cozy flavors, it’s a classic dessert made completely plant-based—perfect for any occasion.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
- ½ cup neutral oil
- ½ cup plant-based milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
Optional Add-ins:
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ¼ cup raisins
Optional Topping:
- Powdered sugar (as shown)
- Vegan cream cheese frosting
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan or cake pan. - Mix Wet Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together oil, plant-based milk, sugar, and vanilla. - Combine Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. - Make the Batter
Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in grated carrots and optional add-ins. - Bake
Pour batter into the pan and bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. - Cool
Let cool completely before removing from the pan. - Finish & Serve
Dust with powdered sugar or top with vegan cream cheese frosting.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a cup of tea or coffee ☕
- Add a dollop of vegan whipped cream
- Pair with fresh fruit for a balanced dessert 🍓
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Finely grate carrots for a softer texture
- Don’t overmix to keep the cake light and tender
- Let the cake cool fully before slicing for clean cuts
🥗 Nutrition (Approx. per slice)
- Calories: 250
- Carbs: 34g
- Fat: 11g
- Sugar: 18g
- Protein: 3g
✨ A comforting vegan classic that’s perfectly spiced, moist, and full of wholesome goodness in every bite!
