Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting RECIPE
Enjoy the perfect Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, a classic Easter dessert that's moist, flavorful, and irresistibly delicious. Made with fresh grated carrots, warm spices, and a hint of vanilla, this homemade carrot cake is topped with a rich, tangy cream cheese frosting for the perfect balance of sweetness. Whether served as a layer cake, sheet cake, or cupcakes, this easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser for Easter brunch, spring gatherings, or any special occasion.
Dietitian-Approved
Carrot Cake with Greek Yogurt
Cream Cheese Frosting
Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
A lighter twist on a classic dessert! This carrot cake is naturally sweetened, includes whole grains for added fiber, and uses Greek yogurt to boost protein while keeping the texture moist and delicious. It’s a perfect treat that supports balance while still feeling indulgent.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
• Higher in fiber from whole wheat flour and carrots
• Lower in added sugar than traditional carrot cake
• Added protein from Greek yogurt frosting
• Moist, flavorful, and naturally sweet
Kitchen Tools Needed
Mixing bowls – For combining wet and dry ingredients.
Electric mixer – To blend the batter smoothly and whip the frosting.
Baking pans – 9-inch round cake pans or a sheet pan.
Grater – For shredding fresh carrots.
Spatula – To spread the frosting evenly.
Ingredients
Cake:
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup brown sugar
¼ cup pure maple syrup or honey
¼ cup olive oil or avocado oil
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
3 large eggs
3 cups finely shredded carrots
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Greek Yogurt Cream Cheese Frosting
4 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
2–3 tbsp maple syrup or honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
1️⃣ Prepare the Batter
Preheat oven to
350°F (175°C). Grease a
9×13 pan or two 8-inch cake pans.
In one bowl, whisk together
flours, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In another bowl, mix
eggs, brown sugar, maple syrup, oil, applesauce, and vanilla.
Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in
carrots and optional nuts.
2️⃣ Bake the Cake
Pour batter into the prepared pan.
Bake
30–35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow cake to
cool completely.
3️⃣ Make the Frosting
Beat together cream cheese, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
4️⃣ Frost the Cake
Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
- Slice and enjoy your
dietitian-approved carrot cake!
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1 slice | Calories: 245 kcal | Carbs: 32g | Fat: 10g | Protein: 6g | Sugar: 18g
Benefits of Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Rich in Nutrients
- Carrots are packed with beta-carotene, fiber, and antioxidants, which support eye health and boost immunity.
Balanced Sweetness
- Made with natural sweetness from carrots and brown sugar, this cake offers a rich flavor without being overly sugary.
Satisfying and Indulgent
- The combination of moist, spiced cake and creamy frosting makes this a perfectly balanced Easter dessert that everyone will love.
Perfect for Easter & Spring Celebrations
- This classic holiday treat is a crowd-pleaser at Easter brunch, spring gatherings, or any special occasion.
This
homemade carrot cake is the ultimate
Easter dessert, combining
warm spices, fresh carrots, and a silky smooth cream cheese frosting for an irresistible treat! 🥕🎂
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