Vegan Carrot and Orange Cake

The Vegan Carrot and Orange Cake are amazing and delicious. Vegans will definitely enjoy having these cupcakes without guilt, as they are all plant-based ingredients. This dessert takes only 55 minutes to get ready. The ingredients for this Vegan Carrot and Orange Cake are simple, and the equipment is not too much either. Preparing this cake is also not complicated. The outcome will be a soft cake with moisture in it. The addition of orange juice & carrots will make this cake sweet naturally. We will also be including orange zest in this cake for the citrus aroma. Make this cake for occasions, gatherings, celebrations, birthdays, a sweet treat, tea time, or for any event.

STATS:

• Cuisine: American
• Prep duration: Fifteen minutes
• Portion size: One slice
• Serving: 10 slices
• Course: Dessert
• Diet: Vegan
• Cook duration: Forty minutes
• Total duration: 55 minutes
• Caloric count: 180 kcal

EQUIPMENT:

• Oven
• Baking spray
• 8-inch square cake pan
• Fine grater
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Whisk
• Mixing bowls

INGREDIENTS:

• One tsp baking powder
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup grated carrots
• Half a cup of fresh orange juice
• ¼ cup neutral oil
• ¾ cup sugar
• One tbsp orange zest
• 1 tsp baking soda
• One tsp cinnamon powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• One tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

INGREDIENT NOTES:

ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR:

• This is necessary, as this is the product that will provide an overall shape to the cake. The cake will not fall apart with its use. As an alternative, whole wheat flour can be an option.

GRATED CARROTS:

• Carrots are the main element and flavor in the recipe, which can make the cake sweet. Carrots can also make the dessert softer. For this recipe, we will be using grated carrots. Grated apple will also work fine if you want an alternative.

ORANGE JUICE:

• Orange juice will provide the main orange flavor in this cake as well as a citrus taste. You can utilize unsweetened packaged orange juice, but the fresh one is the best choice in this recipe.

NEUTRAL OIL:

• The use of oil includes softness in the dessert. Rather than using vegan butter, this oil will be a better idea for this cake recipe. You can utilize any kind of neutral oil. Another option can be the use of coconut oil.

SUGAR:

• You can utilize brown sugar or white sugar for this cake. The brown one will provide a deep taste, whereas the white one can make the dessert lighter. Overall, this is the product that we will be using for sweetness. An alternative idea can be the use of coconut sugar.

ORANGE ZEST:

• Freshness comes along with the use of orange zest, which gives the core aroma in the cake. It will also not include the bitter taste in the cake. As an alternative, try the use of lemon zest.

BAKING POWDER & SODA:

• Both of these components are actually necessary for this dessert to rise in the oven as it bakes. These will also make the cake more fluffy.

CINNAMON POWDER:

• The flavor of cinnamon will taste very nice along with the flavors of orange and carrot. Nutmeg can be an alternative option in this recipe.

LEMON JUICE:

• This is an important element in this baking recipe as it will help the cake lift while it bakes because it interacts with the baking soda. Apple cider vinegar is also a choice.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. First thing will be warming your oven to 180°C.
2. Spray some baking spray on the cake pan.
3. Take two bowls and include the dry and wet products separately in each one.
4. After mixing them, include the orange zest and grated carrot in the wet batter.
5. Gradually start the addition of the dry mix to the wet one.
6. Combine the final mixture and transfer it to the cake pan.
7. Baking time will be 40 minutes for this.
8. Cool down the dessert first and then cut it up.

TIPS:

• Remember to just combine the mixture and not mix it too much.
• When grating the carrots, be sure to grate them properly so that the cake comes out with the best consistency.
• You need to wait patiently for the cake to cool down so that you can slice it up later on.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• Have this dessert along with some coffee.
• You can spread some powdered sugar on top of this vegan cake for a nice look.
• Another topping that can make this dessert look fancy is vegan cream cheese frosting.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Keep this dessert inside a sealed box for only 5 days max.

FREEZER:

• Before freezing, you need to tightly wrap the cake pieces and then store them for only 2 months.

FAQs:

Will nuts work fine for this cake?

• You can consider the addition of nuts like chopped almonds or even walnuts.

What happens if I lower the use of sugar in this cake?

• Lowering the use of sugar in this cake can change the consistency.

Will the sweetness level of this cake be too much?

• The cake will have a natural sweet taste, and the intensity will not be strong.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fat: 6 grams

Iron: 1.8 g

Fiber: 4 grams

Calcium: 40 grams

Vitamin A: 3,500 IU

Calories: 180 kcal

Sodium: 180 g

Net carbs: 28 grams

Total carbs: 32 g

Protein: 3 g

Potassium: 220 grams