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Carrot Apple Delight

Carrot Apple Delight: The Ultimate Easy & Healthy Recipe

Discover the magic of Carrot Apple Delight, a flavorful dessert perfect for any occasion. Easy to make, wholesome ingredients, and utterly irresistible. Bake it today!
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Calories: 220kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Springform pan (Ø 26 cm)
  • Baking paper
  • Small saucepan
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients

  • 4 apples apples approx. 800g
  • 2 carrots carrots approx. 250g
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 120 g soft butter
  • 130 g sugar
  • 3 medium eggs
  • 170 g wheat flour Type 405 or spelled flour type 630
  • 100 g ground almonds
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons apricot jam
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  • Peel and finely grate the carrots, and slice the apples into 1 cm thick pieces, tossing them with a tablespoon of lemon juice.
  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (or 160°C fan) and line a springform pan (Ø 26 cm) with baking paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly with each addition.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, ground almonds, baking powder, and cinnamon, then gradually fold this into the wet ingredients.
  • Stir in the grated carrots, shredded apples, and remaining lemon juice gently to combine.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top, and arrange reserved apple slices on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely, then heat the apricot jam and water in a small saucepan, brushing it over the cooled cake.
  • Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with ingredient substitutions such as gluten-free flour or coconut oil for a dairy-free version. For added flavor, sprinkle nutmeg into the batter to complement the apples and carrots. Wrap leftovers tightly to store; they'll stay fresh for up to three days at room temperature or up to three months in the freezer. Reheat briefly in the microwave before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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