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Italian Carrot Cake with Almond Flour

Italian Carrot Cake with Almond Flour
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Italian Carrot Cake with Almond Flour is a moist, gluten-free dessert that combines the natural sweetness of freshly grated carrots with the rich, nutty flavor of almond flour. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup, this cake offers a tender crumb and vibrant taste perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups almond flour (finely ground)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs (at room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Other

  • 2 cups fresh carrots, finely grated

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Finely grate fresh carrots and gather all dry and wet ingredients, ensuring everything is at room temperature for best mixing results.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Sifting is optional but recommended to avoid lumps.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, and vanilla extract until fully combined and slightly frothy to aid aeration.
  4. Bring it All Together: Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to keep the batter light.
  5. Fold in Carrots: Gently fold the grated carrots into the batter, distributing them evenly without deflating the mixture.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined cake pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool Completely Before Frosting: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool fully before adding frosting or glaze.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated carrots for optimal moisture and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to prevent a dense or gummy texture.
  • Choose finely ground almond flour for the best crumb and texture.
  • Ensure eggs and wet ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter.
  • Check baking time slightly early to avoid overbaking, as almond flour cakes can dry out quickly.

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