Description

Delight in the deliciousness of Greek Yogurt Carrot Cake! With its moist texture and flavorful blend of spices and fresh carrots, this easy one bowl recipe offers a comforting dessert option. It’s perfect for gatherings or a cozy evening at home, and comes together in no time.

Ingredients

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2½ cups carrots (finely grated – about 3 medium or 11 oz)
2 cups all-purpose flour (or replace ½ cup with whole wheat flour for added fiber)
¾ cup brown sugar
3 teaspoons cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon allspice (optional)
2½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 large egg
½ cup Greek yogurt
⅓ cup almond milk (or any milk)
¼ cup light olive oil (or other vegetable oil)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 inch fresh ginger (grated, or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
½ cup walnuts (chopped)
½ cup raisins

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Oil a cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, ½ cup Greek yogurt, ⅓ cup almond milk, ¼ cup light olive oil, ¾ cup brown sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and grated ginger until smooth.
Add 2 cups all-purpose flour, 3 teaspoons cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon allspice, 2½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be thick.
Fold in the grated carrots, chopped walnuts, and raisins until evenly mixed. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
(Optional) Sprinkle shaved almonds, walnuts, or pecans on top for added crunch if desired.
Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Allow to cool completely before slicing. Serve each slice with Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and lemon zest if desired.

Notes

For added flavor, consider replacing half of the flour with whole wheat flour for more fiber.
Feel free to customize with your favorite nuts or add-ins like shredded coconut or chocolate chips.
For a sweeter touch, drizzle with maple syrup before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 300
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg