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Vegan Carrot Loaf Cake: 5 Tips for Perfect Texture Every Time

Vegan Carrot Loaf Cake

This Vegan Carrot Loaf Cake is a plant-based twist on the classic dessert, offering a moist texture and warm spice flavor using flaxseeds, grated carrots, and walnuts. It’s simple, quick, and ideal for gatherings or a cozy treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups grated carrots
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup plant-based milk (almond or soy)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 5 tbsp water (to mix with flaxseed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix ground flaxseed with water and let sit for 5 minutes to gel.
  3. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, combine plant-based milk, brown sugar, olive oil, vanilla extract, and flaxseed mixture.
  5. Fold grated carrots into wet mixture.
  6. Gently mix wet ingredients into dry until just combined.
  7. Stir in chopped walnuts.
  8. Pour batter into a greased or lined loaf pan.
  9. Bake for 55–60 minutes, covering top with foil if it browns too quickly.
  10. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then cool completely on a wire rack.

Notes

  • Gluten-Free Option: Substitute flour with almond and oat flour blend.
  • Nut-Free Version: Omit walnuts and use oat or coconut milk.
  • Lower Fat Option: Replace oil with unsweetened applesauce.
  • Flavor Boosts: Add nutmeg or ginger for spice, or dates for sweetness.
  • Serving Ideas: Serve with tea or coffee, or top with vegan cream cheese glaze.

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