GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE

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Pineapple makes this delicious cake extremely moist. Xanthan gum is a corn-based, gluten-free thickener that can be found on your grocery store's baking aisle. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1-1/2 cups sugar
2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
4 large eggs
3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1-1/2 cups white rice flour
1/2 cup potato starch
1/2 cup soy flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
3-1/4 cups shredded carrots
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
FROSTING:
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1/4 cup reduced-fat butter, softened
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the sugar, pineapple, eggs and mayonnaise until well blended. Combine the rice flour, potato starch, soy flour, baking soda, cinnamon, xanthan gum, ginger and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Stir in carrots and coconut., Pour into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar, orange zest and vanilla; beat until smooth. Spread over top of cake. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Gifty Mbia Ogoe
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it has a lot of ingredients.


Sultan buzdar Sultan buzdar
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This carrot cake looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Francis agbomire momoh
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good gluten-free carrot cake recipe for ages.


Kathryn White
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This is my new go-to carrot cake recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Benedicta Abrahams
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This carrot cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


King_zack
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I'm not a fan of carrot cake, but this recipe changed my mind! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect touch.


Mlunza Johnson
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This carrot cake was a breeze to make and turned out perfectly! I'll definitely be making this again.


Samy Elhanaty
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I love this recipe! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is creamy and tangy. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Sudip Panthi
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This carrot cake was a bit dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try adding some extra oil or butter next time.


James Batts
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This is the best gluten-free carrot cake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Skala Hasan
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this carrot cake was to make. I'm not a baker, but I was able to follow the instructions easily and the cake turned out great! It was a hit with my family and friends.


Virgil Michaels
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This carrot cake was a delightful treat! The texture was moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The gluten-free flour blend worked wonderfully, and the cake rose beautifully in the oven. I'll definitely be making this aga