Tangy and Sweet: Carrot Cake with Blood Orange Frosting

Carrot Cake with Blood Orange Frosting has always been one of my favorites. When I was a child, all my friends asked for chocolate cake for their birthday. I always asked for carrot or strawberry cake!

Blood orange juice is the key to a soft, light and fragrant cake. Plus, it gives such a pretty pink hue to the frosting. If you want this recipe to be completely refined sugar-free, you can replace the frosting with coconut cream whipped with some maple syrup.

Carrot cake with blood orange frosting

vegan, refined sugar-free, easy
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 555 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 pan
  • 1 spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 150  grams  carrots, peeled
  • 250  grams  all purpose flour
  • 100  grams  almond flour
  • 150  grams  light brown sugar
  • 200  ml  water
  • 200  ml  blood orange juice, freshly squeezed
  • 100  ml  sunflower seeds oil
  • organic oranges, zest
  • 2 tsp  vanilla bean paste
  • 2 tsp  baking powder
  • 1 tsp  baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp  cinnamon powder
  • 1/4  tsp  ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp  ground cardamom
  • pinch salt
  • 50  grams  vegan cream cheese softened
  • 70  grams  powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp  blood orange juice, freshly squeezed

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 170°C degrees.
  • Grease and flour a 20 cm spring pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine water, sugar, vanilla and orange juice. Whisk until the sugar has completely dissolved.
  • In a food processor, combine carrots, orange peel and oil. Blend until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
  • In a medium bowl, sift together flour, backing powder, baking soda and spices. Combine with the almond flour.
  • Slowly fold the the flour mixture into the wet mixture with a spatula.
  • Add the carrot mixture and fold until well combined.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared mold.
  • Bake on the 2nd rack from bottom of the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until the center is set.
  • Let cool completely before frosting.

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Notes

In a small bowl, add orange juice and powdered sugar. Whisk to combine. Add the cream cheese and whisk until smooth.
Keyword Carrot

Introduction about Carrot cake with blood orange frosting

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Carrot cake with blood orange frosting is a delicious and unique twist on the classic dessert. The moist and flavorful cake is made with fresh carrots, warm spices, and a touch of orange zest, giving it a sweet and aromatic flavor.

The rich and tangy blood orange frosting is the perfect complement to the sweet and spicy cake, adding a bright and refreshing citrus note. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to dinner parties, and is sure to impress your guests with its vibrant colors and bold flavors.

Whether you’re a fan of carrot cake or just looking for a new and exciting dessert to try, carrot cake with blood orange frosting is a must-try recipe that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Nutritional ingredients

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Here are the nutritional ingredients of carrot cake with blood orange frosting, per serving (based on a recipe that serves 12):

  • Calories: 555
  • Total Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg
  • Sodium: 488mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 59g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 41g
  • Protein: 5g

Carrot cake with blood orange frosting is a rich and indulgent dessert that is high in calories and fat due to the use of butter, cream cheese, and sugar in the frosting. However, it also contains some beneficial nutrients from the carrots, including vitamins A and C, as well as fiber. It’s important to enjoy this dessert in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

FAQs of Carrot cake with blood orange frosting

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Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about carrot cake with blood orange frosting:

Q: Can I use pre-shredded carrots for this recipe?
A: Pre-shredded carrots may be too dry for this recipe, so it’s best to shred your own fresh carrots for the best texture and flavor.

Q: Can I make this cake ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can make the cake ahead of time and store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Q: Can I use regular oranges instead of blood oranges?
A: Yes, you can use regular oranges instead of blood oranges, but the flavor will be slightly different. Blood oranges have a unique flavor that is both sweet and tangy, with a hint of raspberry.

Q: Can I make the frosting ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can make the frosting ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow the frosting to come to room temperature before using it to frost the cake.

Q: Can I use a different type of frosting?
A: Yes, you can use a different type of frosting if you prefer. Cream cheese frosting or vanilla buttercream frosting would also pair well with carrot cake.

Q: Can I add nuts or raisins to the cake?
A: Yes, you can add chopped nuts or raisins to the cake batter if you like. Walnuts or pecans would be a good choice, and raisins would add a sweet and chewy texture.

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In conclusion, carrot cake with blood orange frosting is a delicious and unique dessert that is sure to impress your guests.

With its moist and flavorful cake made with fresh carrots and warm spices, and its tangy and refreshing blood orange frosting, this dessert is a perfect balance of sweet and citrusy flavors.

Whether you’re a fan of carrot cake or looking for a new and exciting dessert to try, carrot cake with blood orange frosting is a must-try recipe that will leave your taste buds craving more. Enjoy this indulgent dessert in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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