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A slice of healthy carrot cake with thick white yogurt frosting and chopped walnuts on a white plate.
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Best Darn Healthy Carrot Cake with Protein Yogurt Frosting

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 245kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups oat flour (blended rolled oats)
  • 2 scoops (60g) vanilla whey-casein blend protein powder
  • 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 2 cups finely grated carrots, moisture squeezed out
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 3 large egg s
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup thick plain Greek yogurt (strained)
  • 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder (for frosting)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional garnish)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oat flour, 2 scoops of protein powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs, applesauce, maple syrup, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Fold the finely grated carrots into the wet mixture until evenly distributed.
  • Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring with a spatula until just incorporated; do not overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Prepare the frosting by whisking together the Greek yogurt, 1 scoop of protein powder, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
  • Spread the protein frosting evenly over the cooled cake and garnish with chopped walnuts if desired.
  • Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing to allow the frosting to set properly.