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Italian Carrot Cake with Almond Flour

Italian Carrot Cake with Almond Flour
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This Italian Carrot Cake with Almond Flour is a moist, tender, and naturally gluten-free dessert combining the fresh sweetness of grated carrots with the subtle nuttiness of almond flour. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, it offers balanced sweetness through natural honey or maple syrup and can be easily customized for any occasion or dietary preference.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups almond flour (fresh and finely ground)
  • 1 ½ cups finely grated fresh carrots
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup olive oil or melted butter

Optional Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup chopped almonds or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Grease and line your cake pan with parchment paper to ensure the cake releases easily once baked.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until evenly distributed.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and olive oil or melted butter until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Add Carrots and Nuts: Fold the finely grated carrots and optional chopped nuts into the wet mixture, ensuring they’re evenly coated and distributed.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding carefully to maintain the batter’s lightness and avoid overmixing.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh almond flour for the best texture and flavor.
  • Grate carrots finely to enhance moisture and tenderness.
  • Fold ingredients gently to keep the batter light and airy; do not overmix.
  • Use room temperature eggs and liquids for smoother mixing and better flavor melding.
  • Test doneness by inserting a toothpick to avoid over or underbaking.
  • Allow cake to cool fully before slicing to prevent crumbling and improve flavor development.

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Keywords: Italian carrot cake, almond flour cake, gluten-free carrot cake, moist carrot cake, dairy-free carrot cake option

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