Best 4 Gluten Free Carrot Cake From A Mix Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Gluten-Free Carrot Cake, an exquisite treat that caters to your dietary needs without compromising on flavor. This delightful cake is a symphony of moist carrot cake goodness, rendered gluten-free with a special gluten-free cake mix. The cream cheese frosting adds a luscious touch, taking this dessert to new heights of indulgence. If you're craving a classic carrot cake experience, we've also included a recipe using a traditional cake mix, ensuring that everyone can savor this timeless treat. And for those with vegan preferences, we've got you covered with our delectable Vegan Carrot Cake recipe, featuring a moist and flavorful cake made with wholesome plant-based ingredients. The luscious vegan cream cheese frosting adds the perfect finishing touch, creating a dessert that is both delicious and ethical.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE



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Betty Crocker™ Gluten Free Yellow Cake Mix is the perfect base to create gluten-free versions of the desserts you're known for, like this recipe for Easy Gluten-Free Carrot Cake. Our gluten-free carrot cake recipe still has all the flavors you love, like cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla. Finely shredded carrots, pecans or walnuts are added for a hearty, crunchy texture. Of course, a carrot cake wouldn't be complete without a cream cheese frosting. Check out our recipe for a gluten-free version that's as creamy and delicious as the original.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 box (15 oz) Betty Crocker™ Gluten Free Yellow Cake Mix
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 eggs
1 cup finely shredded carrots (2 medium)
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
4 oz (half of 8-oz package) gluten-free cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups gluten-free powdered sugar
1 to 3 teaspoons milk
1/4 cup coconut, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 8- or 9-inch square pan with shortening, or spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, 1/2 cup butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, 2 teaspoons vanilla and eggs on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. With spoon, stir in carrots and pecans. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 36 to 41 minutes for 8-inch pan or 33 to 38 minutes for 9-inch pan or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 1 teaspoon milk with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until smooth and spreadable. If frosting is too thick, beat in more milk, a few drops at a time. Stir in coconut. Spread frosting over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 36 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE



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I have had many people try this and couldn't believe how moist and delicious it was for gluten free.

Provided by SueAnne McInnis

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Carrot Cake Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅓ cups gluten-free all-purpose baking flour (such as Cup4Cup™)
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups grated carrots
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese
¼ cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Beat white sugar and vegetable oil together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy; beat in eggs, 1 at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix.
  • Combine baking flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl; mix into sugar-vegetable oil until batter is smooth. Fold carrots into the batter; pour into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Allow cake to cool completely, at least 30 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese and butter together in a bowl using an electric mixer; beat in confectioners' sugar, a little at a time, until icing is smooth and creamy. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and beat well. Spread icing onto cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Cholesterol 66.9 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 400.5 mg, Sugar 37.8 g

GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE



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Going gluten-free doesn't mean you can't indulge in your favorite treats! This gluten-free carrot cake has everything you love about the original, except it's made with rice flour instead of all purpose. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and ultra moist thanks to the addition of freshly shredded carrots, this tender-crumbed carrot cake will quickly become a repeat recipe for the gluten-free person in your life. Even if you're not following a no-gluten diet, this cake is destined to win over everyone! Plus, a homemade cream cheese frosting takes this gluten-free masterpiece over the top.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup Betty Crocker™ All-Purpose Gluten Free Rice Flour Blend
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon gluten-free baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1/3 cup butter, softened
6 oz gluten-free cream cheese, softened
3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups gluten-free powdered sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease bottom only of 8- or 9-inch round cake pan. Place cooking parchment paper round in bottom of pan; grease parchment paper.
  • In large bowl, beat granulated sugar and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed until light in color and fluffy. Add oil and 1 teaspoon vanilla, and beat until smooth.
  • In medium bowl, mix flour blend, cinnamon, xanthan gum, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Beat into egg mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, on low speed until blended. Stir in carrots and nuts. Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 15 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, beat softened butter, cream cheese and 3/4 teaspoon vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Slowly beat in powdered sugar. On low speed, beat in enough milk until desired spreading consistency. Place cake on serving plate; frost side and top with frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 2580 mg, Sugar 37 g, TransFat 0 g

GLUTEN FREE CARROT CAKE FROM A MIX



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Make and share this Gluten Free Carrot Cake from a Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MrsRRolen

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (15 ounce) box betty crocker gluten-free yellow cake mix
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons gluten-free vanilla extract
3 eggs
1 cup finely shredded carrots or 2 medium carrots
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans or 1/4 cup walnuts
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
1 -3 teaspoon milk
1/4 cup coconut, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F Grease bottom only of 8- or 9-inch square pan with shortening, or spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, 1/2 cup butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, 2 teaspoons vanilla and eggs on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. With spoon, stir in carrots and pecans. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 36 to 41 minutes for 8-inch pan or 33 to 38 minutes for 9-inch pan or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 1 teaspoon milk with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until smooth and spreadable. If frosting is too thick, beat in more milk, a few drops at a time. Stir in coconut. Spread frosting over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.4, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 82.4, Sodium 141.6, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 20.7, Protein 2.7

Tips:

  • Use a good quality gluten-free flour mix. For the best results, use a mix that is specifically designed for baking cakes.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough. Just mix until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Bake the cake at the right temperature. The cake should be baked at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a cream cheese frosting for a classic carrot cake flavor. You can also use other types of frosting, such as buttercream or ganache.
  • Garnish the cake with grated carrots, chopped nuts, or sprinkles. This will add a festive touch to your cake.

Conclusion:

Gluten-free carrot cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a moist and flavorful cake that everyone will enjoy. Whether you are gluten-free or not, you owe it to yourself to try this recipe.

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