Greek Yogurt Carrot Cake (Printable)
Moist, spiced carrot cake elevated with Greek yogurt, all mixed in one bowl for easy preparation.
# What's Needed:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
09 - 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or neutral oil
10 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Add-Ins
12 - 2 cups finely grated carrots
13 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
14 - 1/3 cup raisins (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line an 8-inch square or round cake pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until well combined and slightly frothy.
03 - Add melted coconut oil, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture. Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg directly into the wet mixture. Fold with a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
05 - Gently fold in grated carrots, nuts, and raisins if using until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
06 - Pour batter into the prepared pan. Use a spatula to smooth the top evenly.
07 - Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
08 - Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.
09 - Dust with powdered sugar or top with Greek yogurt frosting before serving, if desired.
# Tips for Success:
01 -
- The Greek yogurt keeps it incredibly moist without needing excessive oil or butter
- Everything comes together in one bowl, meaning less cleanup and more time enjoying
02 -
- Overmixing after adding flour will make the cake tough, so fold gently and stop as soon as you dont see dry patches
- The Greek yogurt makes this more forgiving than traditional recipes, but dont open the oven before 30 minutes or it might collapse
03 -
- Grate your carrots finely by hand rather than using a food processor for better texture and moisture distribution
- Room temperature ingredients blend more easily, so take the eggs and yogurt out about 20 minutes before starting