Best 7 Gluten Free Carrot Cake From A Mix Recipes

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Gluten-free carrot cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. With the help of a gluten-free carrot cake mix, you can create a moist and flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are a novice baker or an experienced chef, this article will provide you with the guidance and tips you need to create the perfect gluten-free carrot cake. From choosing the right mix to adding your own unique touches, we will cover everything you need to know to make a delicious and satisfying gluten-free carrot cake.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE



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Betty Crocker™ Gluten Free Yellow Cake Mix is the perfect base to create gluten-free versions of the desserts you're known for, like this recipe for Easy Gluten-Free Carrot Cake. Our gluten-free carrot cake recipe still has all the flavors you love, like cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla. Finely shredded carrots, pecans or walnuts are added for a hearty, crunchy texture. Of course, a carrot cake wouldn't be complete without a cream cheese frosting. Check out our recipe for a gluten-free version that's as creamy and delicious as the original.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 box (15 oz) Betty Crocker™ Gluten Free Yellow Cake Mix
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 eggs
1 cup finely shredded carrots (2 medium)
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
4 oz (half of 8-oz package) gluten-free cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups gluten-free powdered sugar
1 to 3 teaspoons milk
1/4 cup coconut, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 8- or 9-inch square pan with shortening, or spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, 1/2 cup butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, 2 teaspoons vanilla and eggs on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. With spoon, stir in carrots and pecans. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 36 to 41 minutes for 8-inch pan or 33 to 38 minutes for 9-inch pan or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 1 teaspoon milk with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until smooth and spreadable. If frosting is too thick, beat in more milk, a few drops at a time. Stir in coconut. Spread frosting over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 36 g, TransFat 0 g

GLUTEN FREE CARROT CAKE FROM A MIX



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Make and share this Gluten Free Carrot Cake from a Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MrsRRolen

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (15 ounce) box betty crocker gluten-free yellow cake mix
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons gluten-free vanilla extract
3 eggs
1 cup finely shredded carrots or 2 medium carrots
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans or 1/4 cup walnuts
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
1 -3 teaspoon milk
1/4 cup coconut, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F Grease bottom only of 8- or 9-inch square pan with shortening, or spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, 1/2 cup butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, 2 teaspoons vanilla and eggs on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. With spoon, stir in carrots and pecans. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 36 to 41 minutes for 8-inch pan or 33 to 38 minutes for 9-inch pan or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 1 teaspoon milk with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until smooth and spreadable. If frosting is too thick, beat in more milk, a few drops at a time. Stir in coconut. Spread frosting over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.4, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 82.4, Sodium 141.6, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 20.7, Protein 2.7

GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE RECIPE



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A moist, carrot-laden cake marries with a classic cream cheese frosting for a gluten-free take on carrot cake that's as fabulous as the original

Provided by Ariane Resnick

Categories     Dessert     Cake

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 22

For the cake:
4 large eggs
1 1/4 cups light brown sugar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons neutral oil such as grapeseed or avocado
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups gluten free all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups carrots, shredded and patted dry (about three medium)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional
1/2 cup chopped raisins, optional
For the frosting:
16 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1 cup butter, softened to room temperature
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Position a rack in the lower portion of the oven and heat to 350 F. Generously spray two 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray and line the bottoms with circles of parchment paper.
  • Combine the eggs, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Alternatively, whisk by hand or use and electric hand mixer.
  • Add the oil, buttermilk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Mix on low until well combined, scraping down the bowl occasionally.
  • Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, and salt. Beat on low until ingredients are just combined, about 20 seconds.
  • Fold in the carrots with a rubber spatula until well combined. Fold in the walnuts and/or raisins, if using, until well combined.
  • Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a crumb or two attached. The tops will be golden brown, the edges will pull away from the sides of the pan, and the cakes will spring back when you touch them, about 30 minutes. Let the cakes cool in the pan for a few minutes before removing to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • To make the cream cheese frosting, whip the cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer until creamy and light, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and beat to incorporate. Add the confectioners' sugar one cup at a time, beating after each addition.
  • If the frosting feels thin, add more confectioners' sugar one tablespoon at a time until reaching desired consistency.
  • Chill the cakes in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before frosting and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 843 kcal, Carbohydrate 92 g, Cholesterol 141 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 439 mg, Sugar 66 g, Fat 51 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

DELICIOUS GLUTEN FREE CARROT CAKE



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This all time family favourite has just received a new twist! A deliciously rich Gluten Free cake that everyone can enjoy!

Provided by Baker Kelli

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 Cake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

cake
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup applesauce
2 cups all purpose gluten-free flour
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
2 cups grated carrots or 3 large carrots
1 cup drained crushed pineapple
1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
icing
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Cake:.
  • Preheat oven to 350 F (180 C).
  • Beat sugar, drained crushed pineapple, and applesauce together. Then add eggs and carrots.
  • In another bowl you will mix together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and chopped pecans (optional).
  • Next slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix well until fully blended.
  • Pour into greased cake pan(s) and place in oven.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes until inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  • Icing:.
  • Beat the cream cheese and room temperature butter until soft. Add the remaining powdered sugar and pecans until evenly blended.
  • Wait at least 1 hour for cake to cool before icing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.4, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 318.1, Carbohydrate 59.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 56.1, Protein 2.2

EASY GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE



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I have had many people try this and couldn't believe how moist and delicious it was for gluten free.

Provided by SueAnne McInnis

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Carrot Cake Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅓ cups gluten-free all-purpose baking flour (such as Cup4Cup™)
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups grated carrots
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese
¼ cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Beat white sugar and vegetable oil together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy; beat in eggs, 1 at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix.
  • Combine baking flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl; mix into sugar-vegetable oil until batter is smooth. Fold carrots into the batter; pour into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Allow cake to cool completely, at least 30 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese and butter together in a bowl using an electric mixer; beat in confectioners' sugar, a little at a time, until icing is smooth and creamy. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and beat well. Spread icing onto cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Cholesterol 66.9 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 400.5 mg, Sugar 37.8 g

FAMILY-FAVORITE GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE



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I have been making this recipe for over 20 years and it is a hit among family and friends.

Provided by My Hot Southern Mess

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup canola oil
½ cup applesauce
3 large eggs
2 cups gluten-free all-purpose baking flour (such as Cup4Cup™)
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pound carrots, peeled and shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
  • Mix sugar, oil, applesauce, and eggs together in a large bowl until well blended. Stir in flour, cinnamon, baking soda, vanilla extract, and nutmeg; mix well. Stir in shredded carrots and pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 148.8 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE



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Going gluten-free doesn't mean you can't indulge in your favorite treats! This gluten-free carrot cake has everything you love about the original, except it's made with rice flour instead of all purpose. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and ultra moist thanks to the addition of freshly shredded carrots, this tender-crumbed carrot cake will quickly become a repeat recipe for the gluten-free person in your life. Even if you're not following a no-gluten diet, this cake is destined to win over everyone! Plus, a homemade cream cheese frosting takes this gluten-free masterpiece over the top.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup Betty Crocker™ All-Purpose Gluten Free Rice Flour Blend
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon gluten-free baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1/3 cup butter, softened
6 oz gluten-free cream cheese, softened
3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups gluten-free powdered sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease bottom only of 8- or 9-inch round cake pan. Place cooking parchment paper round in bottom of pan; grease parchment paper.
  • In large bowl, beat granulated sugar and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed until light in color and fluffy. Add oil and 1 teaspoon vanilla, and beat until smooth.
  • In medium bowl, mix flour blend, cinnamon, xanthan gum, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Beat into egg mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, on low speed until blended. Stir in carrots and nuts. Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 15 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, beat softened butter, cream cheese and 3/4 teaspoon vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Slowly beat in powdered sugar. On low speed, beat in enough milk until desired spreading consistency. Place cake on serving plate; frost side and top with frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 2580 mg, Sugar 37 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • For a moist and fluffy carrot cake, use freshly grated carrots and make sure to drain off any excess moisture before adding them to the batter.
  • If you don't have a gluten-free carrot cake mix, you can make your own by combining 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger in a medium bowl. Whisk to combine.
  • To make the cream cheese frosting, use softened cream cheese to ensure a smooth and creamy frosting. If the cream cheese is too cold, it will be difficult to spread.
  • For a richer frosting, use full-fat cream cheese and butter.
  • If you want a creamier frosting, add more confectioners' sugar.
  • For a tangy frosting, add a little lemon juice or vinegar.
  • To decorate the cake, you can use chopped nuts, grated carrots, or sprinkles.

Conclusion:

This gluten-free carrot cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The moist and fluffy cake is topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a gluten-free dessert, give this carrot cake a try!

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