Vegan Carrot Cake With Raw Cashew Strawberry Cream

Name: Vegan Carrot Cake With Raw Cashew Strawberry Cream Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: DRY INGREDIENTS; 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour; 1/2 cup barley flour (use whole wheat pastry flour if you have no barley flour); 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon salt; WET INGREDIENTS; 2 cups carrots; 1/2 cup safflower oil; 1 cup applesauce; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/4 cup maple sugar or 1/4 cup honey; Raw Cashew Cream Frosting; 3/4 cup cashews; 3 dates; 1/2 tablespoon coconut oil; 7 strawberries; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 cup lemon juice; 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest

Servings: persons

DRY INGREDIENTS
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 cup barley flour (use whole wheat pastry flour if you have no barley flour)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
WET INGREDIENTS
2 cups carrots
1/2 cup safflower oil
1 cup applesauce
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup maple sugar or 1/4 cup honey
Raw Cashew Cream Frosting
3/4 cup cashews
3 dates
1/2 tablespoon coconut oil
7 strawberries
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 cup lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon lemon zest

1
Preheat oven to 365 F, oil two round 9 inch cake pans. Line with parchment paper.
2
Sift together the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
3
Finely shred the carrots.
4
Combine all wet ingredients in a separate bowl until smooth, then stir in the dry mixture in quarters, mixing until just combined.
5
Transfer the batter to the pans and smooth the surfaces.
6
Bake 35-40 minutes, or until cakes spring back when lightly touched in the center and begin to pull away from the sides of the pan.
7
FROSTING.
8
Soak cashews in 1 cup fresh water for 30 minutes, drain and rinse.
9
soak dates in 1 cup water 15 minutes. save this water.
10
Add all ingredients in the bowl of the food processor, mix until fluffy and smooth. Add the date water if needed in tablespoons, but use as little as possible.*can use any kind of fruit you desire, more or less then the recipe calls for. You can also add sweetener if you feel it's necessary. Be sure to use unrefined coconut oil.
11
Spread on cake.

692

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: DRY INGREDIENTS, 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour, 1/2 cup barley flour (use whole wheat pastry flour if you have no barley flour), 1 teaspoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Vegan Carrot Cake With Raw Cashew Strawberry Cream 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!

Vegan Carrot Cake With Raw Cashew Strawberry Cream Frosting

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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