Gluten Free Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Name: Gluten Free Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups sugar; 4 eggs; 1 1/2 cups olive oil; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 2 cups gluten-free flour, mix (I use Bob's Red Mill GF Pizza Crust); 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons cinnamon, ground; 3 cups carrots, grated; 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple, crushed; 1 cup walnuts, chopped; 1 cup coconut; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 4 tablespoons butter, softened; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 1/2 cups sugar, powdered

Servings: persons

2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups olive oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups gluten-free flour, mix (I use Bob's Red Mill GF Pizza Crust)
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon, ground
3 cups carrots, grated
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple, crushed
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1 cup coconut
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups sugar, powdered

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["Preheat oven 350f.", "Use two 9"" rounds, 1 9X13, or 36 cupcakes.", "Note--If using a flour mix that does not contain baking gum, add 1 tsp xanthan or guar gum. I use Bob's Red Mill GF Pizza crust, which does contain gum.", "Cream sugar and eggs in a large mixing bowl with an electric beater or stand mixer. Add oil and vanilla and beat just until smooth.", "In a separate bowl combine gluten-free flour mix, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Whisk to combine. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and beat until blended.", "Stir in grated carrots, nuts, pineapple, and coconut. Pour the batter into prepared pans.", "Bake in preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean. For muffins, reduce baking time to 30-35 minutes or until they pass the toothpick test. Cool on a wire rack.", "While cake or muffins are cooling place butter, cream cheese and vanilla in a large mixing bowl and beat on high until smooth. Add powdered sugar and beat until smooth and creamy.", "When cake is cool frost."]

2522

kcal

Calories

141

Fat

302

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups sugar, 4 eggs, 1 1/2 cups olive oil, 2 teaspoons vanilla, and more.

Yes, Gluten Free Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!