Dive into the world of low carb treats with our carrot cake that is anything but ordinary! Imagine a cake so rich and flavorful that every bite is a feast for the senses. But that's not all - it's also low in carbohydrates! Yes, you heard right. Our Low carb carrot cake is the answer to all your prayers: moist, sweet and perfectly seasoned, and all with a fraction of the carbohydrates.
This recipe is a true masterpiece for those who want to reach cake heaven without compromising their dietary goals. We take fresh carrots, which not only provide color and flavor but also a natural sweetness, mix them with a handful of choice ingredients like ground nuts or almond flour, and top it all off with a pinch of cinnamon for a cake that shines in its simplicity.
Preparation and cooking
Preparation: 10 minutes
Preparation: 10 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes + approx. 40 minutes baking + 45 minutes cooling
Ingredients (1 cake)
- 200 g almond flour
- 50 g coconut flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 pinch of salt
- 3 medium carrots
- 3 eggs
- 100 ml unsweetened almond milk
- 60 ml coconut oil
- 80 g erythritol powder
- 250 g low-fat cream cheese
- Juice of one lemon
- Chopped pistachios
Preparation
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C fan oven.
- Prepare the dough: Mix all the dry ingredients together in a bowl. Add half of the erythritol powder to the batter and keep the rest for the frosting.
- Add the liquid ingredients: Add the almond milk, coconut oil and eggs and mix everything into a smooth batter.
- Add the carrots: Peel the carrots, grate them finely and fold them into the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into a prepared cake tin, smooth the surface and bake the cake in the oven for 30-40 minutes.
- Prepare the frosting: While the cake is baking, mix the cream cheese, remaining erythritol powder and lemon juice well and place the mixture in the fridge.
- Decorate the cake: As soon as the cake has cooled, spread the frosting from the fridge onto the cake. Finish by garnishing with chopped pistachios.
- Enjoy: Enjoy your healthy carrot cake!
Nutritional values (per piece)
- Calories: 279.9 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 9.6 g
- Protein: 20.8 g
- Fat: 14.1 g
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This Low carb carrot cake is not only delicious and filling, but also an easy way to make your meals more exciting and healthier. Give it a try and be inspired by this delicious, healthy cake!