Individual Carrot Cakes with Coconut Glaze

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2
Delicious Individual Carrot Cakes with Coconut Glaze recipe for your dessert
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 tablespoons apple butter
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup grated unsweetened coconut
1 lb peeled and grated carrot
1/3 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese , at room temperature
1 lime , zest of
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon fresh ginger , minced ( very fine )
2 tablespoons honey

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
449
Sugar
32g
Fat
28g
These Individual Carrot Cakes with Coconut Glaze are a fun twist on traditional carrot cake. The grated carrot adds natural sweetness and moisture to the recipe, while the coconut glaze adds a tropical touch to the dessert. The muffins are easy to make, look impressive, and are a great dessert option for any occasion. Try making them for your next dinner party or bake them as an afternoon treat with a cup of tea or coffee. The recipe yields 12 muffins, but you can easily double it for a larger batch.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease the muffin tin with butter or non-stick spray.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the oil, eggs, vanilla, granulated sugar, and apple butter until well combined.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.
4.Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
5.Add the walnuts, grated coconut, and grated carrot to the mixture. Mix until evenly distributed.
6.Pour the batter into muffin tin, filling each about three-quarters full.
7.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8.While the muffins cool, make the glaze by mixing the coconut milk, room temperature mascarpone cheese, lime zest, orange juice, fresh ginger, and honey.
9.Drizzle the glaze over each individual muffin and serve. Enjoy!

PROS

These Individual Carrot Cakes are moist, flavorful, and topped with a delicious coconut glaze.

They are easy to make, look impressive, and are great for sharing with friends and family.

CONS

These muffins are high in calories and sugar.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some people may not like the texture of walnuts in their baked goods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Carrot is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It has been linked to reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and improving eye health.
Coconut milk contains medium-chain fatty acids that may help boost metabolism and support brain health.
Ginger has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that may help reduce nausea, muscle pain, and menstrual pain.

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