Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for a low-carb carrot cake:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or butter
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup granulated low-carb sweetener (like erythritol or monk fruit)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered low-carb sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a cake pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, shredded coconut, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat eggs and then add melted coconut oil (or butter), almond milk, sweetener, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined. Fold in the grated carrots.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare the cream cheese frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Frost the cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
- Optional garnish: You can sprinkle some chopped nuts or additional shredded coconut on top for added texture.
- Slice and enjoy!
This low-carb carrot cake is a delicious option for those looking to reduce their carbohydrate intake while still enjoying a classic dessert. Adjust the sweetener to your taste preference, and feel free to get creative with additional spices or add-ins if you like!
