Carrot cake is a classic dessert that is often enjoyed for its moist texture and sweet flavor. However, traditional carrot cake recipes often contain high levels of cholesterol due to the use of butter, cream cheese, and eggs. For those looking to enjoy a delicious carrot cake without the added cholesterol, there are many recipes available that use alternative ingredients to create a healthier version of this classic dessert. These recipes often incorporate ingredients such as applesauce, Greek yogurt, and coconut oil to create a moist and flavorful carrot cake that is also low in cholesterol. With a little creativity and the right ingredients, it is possible to make a delicious and healthier version of carrot cake that everyone can enjoy.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
NO-CHOLESTEROL CARROT CAKE
Indulge without the guilt! Applesauce and carrots make every piece moist, while cream cheese frosting adds rich flavor. And there's no cholesterol in the cake or frosting--really!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h40m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour.
- In medium bowl, toss carrots and raisins with 1/3 cup cake mix to coat. In large bowl, beat remaining cake mix, cinnamon, water, egg product, applesauce and oil with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in carrot mixture until blended. Pour batter into pan; spread evenly.
- Bake 33 to 38 minutes or until center of cake feels firm or toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cake in pan on cooling rack at least 1 hour.
- Reserve 1/2 cup of the frosting. Spread remaining frosting over top of cake. Spoon 1/4 cup of the reserved frosting into small resealable freezer plastic bag; spoon remaining frosting into second bag. Add red and yellow food colors to one bag; add green food color to other bag. Seal bags; squeeze bags to tint frosting evenly.
- Pull tip of knife through frosting on top of the cake to score 16 serving pieces (4 rows by 4 rows). Cut 1/8-inch tip off 1 bottom corner of bag with orange frosting. Diagonally on each scored cake piece, pipe a carrot by squeezing frosting in a thick line, letting up on pressure at end to draw to a point. Cut off tiny corner of bag with green frosting. At top of each carrot, pipe loops of green frosting for carrot tops. Refrigerate until frosting is firm before serving, about 30 minutes. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 28 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g
HEALTHIER CARROT CAKE III
We made it with a little less oil and a little less sugar, so this carrot cake recipe is now healthier but still sure to be a favorite.
Provided by MakeItHealthy
Categories Desserts Cakes Carrot Cake Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch pan.
- Beat together eggs, oil, white sugar, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract in a large bowl. Mix in flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in carrots. Fold in pecans. Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into center of cake comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
- To make frosting: Combine butter, Neufchatel cheese, confectioner's sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until mixture is smooth and creamy. Stir in chopped pecans. Spread frosting over completely cooled cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 57.6 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 354.9 mg, Sugar 31.4 g
LOW FAT CARROT CAKE
Low fat but delicious! Using a maximum of natural sweetness of its ingredients with minimum sugar and oil.
Provided by tartanjuda
Time 1h15m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 180C.
- Put the eggs, granulated sugar, vegetable(or olive)oil into a bowl and beat well.
- Sift the flour, baking powder, cinnamon and allspice into the bowl, then fold into the mixture.
- Add the carrots, sultanas (or raisins), lemon juice and pinch of salt, and mix well together.
- Spoon the mixture into a baking tin (I use 18cm circle non-stick) and bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until a skewer inserted into the center comes out dry. Leave in the tin for 5 minutes, then turn out to cool completely.
- For the decoration, put all the ingredients into a bowl and beat well until smooth. Spread evenly across the top of the cake (make sure that the cake is cool enough otherwise the cream will melt and slide down), then put in the fridge for at least 5 hours.
LOW-FAT CARROT CAKE
"Loaded with spice and carrot flavor, this moist and luscious cake is guaranteed to impress." Rebecca Baird - Salt Lake City, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar, buttermilk, egg whites, egg, oil and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking soda, spices and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Fold in carrots and pineapple. Pour into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack. , In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar, lemon juice and vanilla; beat until smooth. Drizzle over cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CARROT CAKE NO-BAKE ENERGY BARS
Made with Medjool dates, pineapples, and coconut, these no-bake, carrot cake-flavored energy bars are simple to make in your food processor. Top with additional shredded coconut, dried fruit, or raisins if desired.
Provided by giggles_06
Categories Everyday Cooking Special Collection Recipes New
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line a 9-inch square dish with parchment paper.
- Combine almonds, dates, carrots, coconut, pineapple pieces, protein powder, almond butter, coconut extract, almond extract, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon in a food processor fitted with the S blade. Attach the lid and pulse, stopping and scraping down the sides as needed, until everything is well combined and a crumbly, yet easily moldable, soft dough forms.
- Transfer dough to the prepared dish and press it down and smooth it out evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator or freezer for 1 to 2 hours. Cut into 12 bars and either serve immediately or wrap individually to serve later.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 30.6 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
Tips:
- Use fresh carrots for the best flavor and texture. Grated carrots add moisture and sweetness to the cake, so be sure to use high-quality carrots.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Use a bundt pan or loaf pan for baking. A bundt pan will give the cake a beautiful shape, while a loaf pan will produce a more traditional carrot cake shape.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting. This will help the frosting set properly and prevent it from melting.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Conclusion:
This no-cholesterol carrot cake is a delicious and healthy treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, sweet flavor, and cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a dessert that is both tasty and good for you, give this no-cholesterol carrot cake a try.
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