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The Ultimate Guide to Crafting a Delicious Sugar-Free Carrot Cake

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  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups almond flour

  • ½ cup coconut flour

  • 1 tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon

  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

  • ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 3 large eggs (or 3 flax eggs for vegan option)

  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce

  • ¼ cup coconut oil, melted

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ¾ cup mashed ripe bananas (or blended soft dates)

Add-Ins:

  • 1 ½ cups freshly grated carrots (about 3 medium carrots)

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

  • ⅓ cup raisins or chopped dates (optional)

  • ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)

Optional Frosting (Cream Cheese Style):

  • 8 oz plain cream cheese (or cashew cream for vegan)

  • 23 tbsp monk fruit sweetener or pureed dates

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (for tang)


Instructions

1. Prep Your Tools & Ingredients

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Grease an 8-inch round or square cake pan with oil or line it with parchment paper.

  • Grate your carrots and mash your bananas (or blend your soaked dates) if using.


2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together:

  • Almond flour

  • Coconut flour

  • Baking soda & baking powder

  • Cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt

Set this aside—you’ll come back to it soon!


3. Combine the Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, mix until smooth:

  • Eggs (or flax eggs)

  • Unsweetened applesauce

  • Melted coconut oil

  • Vanilla extract

  • Mashed bananas (or date paste)


4. Make the Batter

  • Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.

  • Stir gently until just combined—don’t overmix.

  • Fold in the grated carrots and any add-ins (nuts, raisins, coconut).


5. Bake It

  • Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly.

  • Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.


6. Frost and Decorate (Optional)

  • Once the cake is fully cool, frost with sugar-free cream cheese frosting or vegan cashew frosting.

  • Decorate with extra nuts, shredded coconut, or a dusting of cinnamon for flair.


✅ Pro Tips:

  • Chill frosting before spreading for a firmer texture.

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

  • Freeze slices for up to 2 months—just thaw and enjoy!



Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of the cake)
  • Calories: 210 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g (from natural sources like carrots, bananas, raisins)
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg (from eggs; may vary if using plant-based substitutes)