Gluten Free Carrot Cake Recipe
This gluten free carrot cake recipe is a moist, spiced, and halal-friendly dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with fresh carrots, gluten-free flour, and natural sweetness from applesauce, it’s soft, flavorful, and easy to bake at home. Enjoy a wholesome, gluten-free treat that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 2½ cups gluten-free flour
- ¾ tsp xanthan gum if needed
- 1¼ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- 1¼ cups sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ⅔ cup oil canola or vegetable
- ½ cup melted butter or oil
- 3 cups shredded carrots
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch pans.
- Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, sugars, applesauce, oil, and butter.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures, then fold in carrots.
- Pour batter into pans and bake 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely, then frost with cream cheese frosting if desired.