Easter Baking Vibes: For the Love of Gluten-Free Carrot Cake with Creamy Frosting

Easter celebrations often bring to mind images of colorful Easter eggs, blooming spring flowers and bunny-themed treats. For those following wanting a gluten-free baking day, Easter desserts know no boundaries, there’s plenty of excitement for your table too with a deliciously moist, gluten-free carrot cakeYou can perfectly embrace the festive spirit with our naturally gluten-free flours for many Easter desserts.

This isn't just any carrot cake, it's an Easter special. A moist, warmly spiced delight packed with shredded carrots, often studded with crunchy nuts and sweet raisins, and crowned with a luscious, tangy cream cheese frosting. The natural moisture from the carrots, along with the use of our gluten-free flour like white rice flour, ensures a tender crumb that will have everyone reaching for a second slice.

So, ditch the gluten worries and welcome the joy with this Easter dessert treat! It’s a delightful way to celebrate and satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth at your table.

Before you dive into theeasy gluten-free carrot cake recipe, don’t forget to Buy the April Special Box of the Month,packed with all the pantry essentials you need for both everyday cooking and special seasonal recipes!

Gluten-Free Easter Carrot Cake with Rice Flour

Let’s prepare a moist and delicious carrot cake using white rice flour! This Easter cake recipe ensures a tender crumb and rich flavor that everyone can enjoy. The rice flour provides a light, slightly chewy texture that perfectly complements the sweet carrots and other wholesome ingredients in the recipe.

This gluten-free carrot cake with cream cheese frosting proves that dietary restrictions don’t mean missing out on festive treats. Share this delightful dessert and create sweet moments with family and friends!

Ingredients: 

For the Cake:

• 1.5 cups of Pride of India’s white rice flour

• ½ cup Pride of India’s brown rice flour

• 2 teaspoon baking soda

• 2 teaspoons Pride of India’s ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• ½ tsp Pride of India's ground ginger

• ¾ cup unsweetened applesauce

• 1 cup Pride of India’s coconut sugar

• ¾ cup vegetable oil

• 4 eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 3 cups of peeled and grated carrots  

• ½ cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)

• ½ cup raisins 

• A Pinch of Himalayan pink salt

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

For the Frosting:

• 1.5 cup cream cheese

• ¼ cup unsalted butter

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans with one of the rice flours.  

2. In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flours, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground ginger, and Himalayan pink salt.

3. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, coconut sugar, vegetable oil. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in little vanilla extract.

4. Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients.

5. Stir in Carrots and chopped nuts and raisins.

6. Pour the batter into the pans and spread evenly. Bake for about 35 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Let the cake cool fully  in the pan before inverting or taking it out onto a wire rack

8. Let’s Make the Frosting: Take a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually beat in the finely ground powdered sugar (made from Pride of India’s rock sugar crystals) until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. Stir in the vanilla extract. If the frosting is too thick, you can add a teaspoon of milk or cream at a time until it's easily spreadable.  

9. Frost the cake once it  is completely cool. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake

10. Garnish with extra chopped nuts, shredded  carrot and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Some Tasty Tips and Notes:

• Gluten-free flour blend: Blending both white and brown rice flour contributes to a balanced texture.

• Sweetness Level: Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.

• Spice Intensity: Feel free to slightly increase or decrease the amount of ground spices for your carrot cake.

• Nut-Free Option: Omit the walnuts or pecans for a nut-free cake.

• Powdered Sugar: Ensure your powdered sugar is made from Pride of India’s pure rock sugar crystals that is finely ground for a smooth frosting.
  

Check out our Easter Eggs and  Coconut Cake recipes, and DON'T FORGET to spread the word about the Box of the Month and carrot cake with your buddies!