Best 2 Flourless Carrot Cake Recipes

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Flourless carrot cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with a combination of grated carrots, nuts, spices, and a sweet glaze. This cake is moist and flavorful, with a dense, yet tender texture. It is also a great way to use up leftover carrots. Flourless carrot cake is also relatively easy to make, and it can be made in a variety of ways. Whether you are looking for a classic carrot cake recipe or something a little more unique, there is sure to be a flourless carrot cake recipe that you will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FLOURLESS CARROT CAKE



Flourless Carrot Cake image

This crunchy, spicy carrot cake is much lighter and less cloying than most I've tasted. It's important to grate the carrots on the fine holes of your grater, or else they'll remain too crunchy. For best results, wrap the cake tightly in plastic after it cools and serve it the next day. It will keep for five days in the refrigerator if wrapped airtight.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 1h

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups (1/2 pound) unsalted toasted almonds
1/4 cup raw brown (turbinado) sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
4 large eggs
1/3 cup organic white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups finely grated carrots (about 10 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees with a rack in the middle. Oil a 9-inch springform pan, and line it with parchment. Lightly oil the parchment.
  • Combine the almonds and the turbinado sugar in a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Blend until the almonds are finely ground. Add the baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and lemon zest, and pulse together.
  • Beat the eggs until thick in the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, or with an electric beater. Add the organic sugar, and continue to beat until the mixture is thick and forms a ribbon when lifted from the bowl with a spatula. Beat in the vanilla. Add the almond mixture and the carrots in three alternating additions, and slowly beat or fold in each time.
  • Scrape the batter into the prepared cake pan. Place in the oven, and bake one hour until firm to the touch and beginning to pull away from the pan. A toothpick inserted into the center of the cake should come out clean. Remove from the heat, and allow to cool on a rack for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the pan, and carefully remove the spring form ring. Allow the cake to cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 184, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 110 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FLOURLESS CARROT BUNDT CAKE



Flourless Carrot Bundt Cake image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Cooking spray
2 cups almond flour
1/2 cup kosher potato starch
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups shredded carrots (3 to 4 large carrots)
2 large eggs plus 3 egg whites
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons fresh orange juice
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped (optional)
Pinch of kosher salt

Steps:

  • Make the cake: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 10-inch Bundt pan with cooking spray.
  • Whisk the almond flour, potato starch, orange zest, cinnamon, ginger and salt in a large bowl; stir in the carrots.
  • Combine the whole eggs and 1 cup granulated sugar in another large bowl. Beat with a mixer on medium-high speed until pale and thick, about 3 minutes. Gently fold in the carrot mixture.
  • Put the egg whites in another large bowl and beat with a mixer on medium-high speed until just foamy. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form, 6 to 8 more minutes.
  • Gently fold the beaten egg white mixture into the carrot mixture in 3 additions until just combined. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan. Bake until the cake springs back when pressed and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool completely in the pan, then invert onto a platter.
  • Make the glaze: Whisk the confectioners' sugar, orange juice, vanilla seeds and salt in a bowl. Drizzle over the cake and let set slightly before serving.

Tips:

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  • For a smooth batter, blend the carrots and nuts together before adding the wet and dry ingredients.
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  • Use a combination of spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to enhance the flavor of the carrot cake.
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  • If you want a denser cake, add an extra 1/2 cup of almond flour.
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  • For a more moist cake, add an extra 1/4 cup of coconut oil.
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  • Top the carrot cake with a cream cheese frosting or a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
  • Conclusion:

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    Flourless carrot cake is a delicious and nutritious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying treat, give this flourless carrot cake a try!

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