{"id":4549,"date":"2018-04-04T11:52:38","date_gmt":"2018-04-04T11:52:38","guid":{"rendered":"\/?p=4549"},"modified":"2026-03-16T16:46:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T11:16:07","slug":"eggless-wholewheat-carrot-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/eggless-wholewheat-carrot-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Eggless Carrot Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Eggless carrot cake<\/strong> is soft, moist, and perfectly spiced. This cake is pure comfort, packed with tender carrots, warm cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla. Whether you top it with cream cheese frosting or enjoy it as is, this easy carrot cake recipe is one you\u2019ll want to make again and again!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I grew up eating my mom's carrot cakes. Sometimes she made the eggless whole wheat carrot cake with jaggery, and sometimes with sugar. She just dumped what she had at hand into a bowl and baked. No recipe, no measuring, just pure magic. And year after year, the cake came perfectly soft, sweet, and full of cozy spice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is what this carrot cake reminds me of - my mother's carrot cake with its homeyness, simplicity, and love!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking for more Easter recipes? Check out my 16 best Easter recipes<\/a> collection!<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s the perfect carrot cake and everything you want it to be \u2013 super moist, soft, and laden with nuts, bits of crunchy carrots peeking through. Every bite is delicious with the warm cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and zesty fresh orange flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This carrot cake without eggs is super easy to make with simple step-by-step instructions and basic pantry ingredients. Perfect for beginner bakers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you enjoy it plain or frosted, this cake is just right for any occasion. Serve with your favorite tea or coffee, or for dessert, this carrot cake hits all the right spots!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Carrot Cake Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Flour:<\/strong> Whole wheat gives the carrot cake a hearty feel. You can certainly switch to all-purpose flour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spices:<\/strong> A warm mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and homemade vanilla extract<\/a> adds a cozy flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yogurt<\/strong>: The secret to keeping this eggless cake moist and tender while adding a slight tang. I prefer Greek yogurt, but regular yogurt works too, as long as it is drained well and is thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Milk<\/strong> is a substitute for eggs. It helps bring the batter together and keeps the cake light and fluffy. I used light coconut milk, but oat milk<\/a>, cashew milk<\/a>, or almond milk<\/a> are great too. You can also use regular dairy milk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oil<\/strong> makes this whole-wheat carrot cake extra soft. My choice was coconut oil, but any neutral-tasting oil works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sugar<\/strong>: I used brown sugar for a deeper, caramel-like flavor. Feel free to use white sugar, cane, or coconut sugar. I love this cake with jaggery powder too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carrots<\/strong> are the star of the show! They add natural sweetness, moisture, and a beautiful texture to every bite. Use the fine side of a box grater to grate them finely. If you love more texture in a cake, grate them coarsely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walnuts<\/strong> lend a crunchy and nutty texture, which makes this cake even better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orange<\/strong> juice and zest brighten up the taste, giving it a citrusy touch that you\u2019ll love, love, love! I always recommend adding both. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cream Cheese:<\/strong> Homemade or store-bought, a rich and tangy cream cheese<\/a> is a must for making the frosting for this classic Easter carrot cake. This frosting is so good on carrot cake cookies<\/a>, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please see the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Add-ins<\/strong>: Walnuts are the classic choice for eggless carrot cake. You can also swap them for pecans( like in this carrot banana bread<\/a>), hazelnuts, or almonds, or leave them out. Sultanas, dried currants, cranberries or raisins are fantastic with it too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vegan<\/strong>: Make the carrot cake without eggs completely vegan by using plant-based yogurt in the batter. For the frosting, use plant-based cream and cream cheese.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How To Make Eggless Carrot Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Step 1:<\/strong> Combine all the dry ingredients - wholewheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest in a large bowl. Whisk well.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2:<\/strong> Whisk together yogurt, sugar, oil, milk, vanilla extract, and orange juice in another bowl.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> Gently stir the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Your mixture should be thick, not a soft dropping consistency.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4:<\/strong> Fold the shredded carrots and chopped walnuts into the batter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5:<\/strong> Transfer the batter into a 6\" greased cake pan. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 6:<\/strong> Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 7: <\/strong>While the cake is baking, make the cream cheese frosting. Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Whisk in the chilled cream and icing sugar into this mixture until thick and creamy, and you have a spreadable consistency. Refrigerate this frosting until the cake is baked and completely cooled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8: <\/strong>Once the eggless carrot cake is completely cooled, top it with the cream cheese frosting. Decorate with some walnut halves and some more orange zest. Serve and enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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