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Easy Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Recipe: Moist, Flavorful, and Perfect for Every Occasion

Easy Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Recipe: Moist, Flavorful, and Perfect for Every Occasion
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Ingredients

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Cake:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour*
  • 3/4 tsp xanthan gum (*see note)
  • 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2/3 cup canola, vegetable, or melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter (or more oil)
  • 3 cups finely shredded carrots (about 1 lb)

Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 5 tbsp butter, softened
  • 2 1/2–3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream or half and half
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
    • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13-inch pan with cooking spray.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, xanthan gum (if needed), baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and salt.
    • In a stand mixer, beat sugar, brown sugar, and eggs on medium-high for 45 seconds. Lower the speed and add applesauce, oil, and melted butter. Beat on high for 1 minute until smooth and light.
    • Stir in shredded carrots and the dry ingredients by hand until combined.
  2. Bake the Cake:
    • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    • Cool the cake completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  3. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
    • Beat softened cream cheese and butter for 3 minutes until creamy.
    • Add 2 cups of powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Add heavy cream and vanilla, then mix for 2 minutes.
    • Add 1/2–1 cup more powdered sugar to adjust thickness and sweetness.
  4. Frost and Serve:
    • Once the cake is fully cooled, spread frosting evenly over the top.
    • Slice into 15 servings (or smaller portions) and enjoy this gluten-free masterpiece!

 

Notes

  • For best results, use a high-quality gluten-free flour blend, like King Arthur Measure for Measure or Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1.
  • Skip xanthan gum if your flour already contains it.

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