Sweet Potato Flour Carrot Cake: a healthy, gluten-free recipe
Today I am sharing a recipe that deserves a place in every healthy recipe collection: a Carrot Cake made with Sweetba sweet potato flour. This carrot cake is fluffy, moist and full of flavor, making it the perfect option for enjoying a homemade dessert without guilt.
It is also a gluten free recipe with no refined sugars and made with natural ingredients. Ideal for anyone looking for a healthy cake for breakfast or an afternoon snack, or even as a special dessert.
Ingredients for gluten free Carrot Cake
- 180 g Sweetba sweet potato flour
- 500 g grated carrot
- 200 g chopped walnuts
- 65 g almond flour
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 eggs
- 200 ml coconut milk
- 5 dates blended with the coconut milk
How to prepare a healthy Carrot Cake with sweet potato flour
- Preheat the oven to 180ºC.
- In a bowl, mix Sweetba sweet potato flour with the almond flour, cinnamon and a pinch of salt.
- Beat the eggs together with the blended dates and coconut milk until you obtain a smooth mixture.
- Add the grated carrot and the chopped walnuts.
- Add the dry ingredients and mix until you obtain a uniform batter.
- Pour the mixture into a greased pan or one lined with baking paper.
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, checking with a toothpick to make sure it comes out clean.
- Allow it to cool before removing it from the pan.
Tips for a fluffy carrot cake
- Add a little ginger or nutmeg for an extra layer of flavor.
- If you want a more indulgent version, try a healthy frosting made with Greek yogurt and honey.
- It keeps perfectly in the fridge for up to 4 days while maintaining its moist texture.
Benefits of Sweetba sweet potato flour
Sweetba sweet potato flour is a natural alternative to refined flours. Its advantages include:- It is 100 percent gluten free.
- It has a low glycemic index.
- It provides fiber and nutrients that make your recipes more complete.
- Its mild flavor works beautifully in both sweet and savory recipes.