Healthy Moist Carrot Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For this healthy moist carrot cake recipe, you will need the following ingredients: 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves, 1 teaspoon of salt, 2 cups of shredded carrots, 1/2 cup of raisins, 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts, 2/3 cup of vegetable oil, 2/3 cup of honey, 2 eggs, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.

Instructions

To make this delicious carrot cake, start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Add in the shredded carrots, raisins, and walnuts, and mix until all of the ingredients are combined. In a separate bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until everything is combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition

The nutrition facts for this healthy carrot cake recipe are as follows: per serving, you are looking at 205 calories, 11 grams of fat, 23 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, 15 grams of sugar, and 3 grams of protein. This carrot cake is also a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, calcium, and iron.

Serving Suggestions

This moist and delicious carrot cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holidays to just a regular afternoon snack. Serve it as is, or top it with a cream cheese frosting for an extra special treat. Serve with a side of freshly whipped cream, a scoop of ice cream, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for an even more delicious dessert. Enjoy!