Low-Sugar Carrot Cake with Stevia and Cream Cheese
A moist, flavorful carrot cake sweetened naturally with stevia and topped with a tangy, low-sugar cream cheese frosting. This dessert is perfect for those watching their sugar intake without sacrificing classic comfort.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups whole wheat flour or all-purpose for lighter texture
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce for moisture
- 0.33 cup vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup granulated stevia blend or to taste
- 2 cups grated carrots packed, about 3-4 medium carrots
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts optional, for topping
- 8 oz cream cheese softened, for frosting
- 0.25 cup powdered stevia blend for frosting
Notes
Storage: Cover and refrigerate the cake for up to 5 days. Make-Ahead: Bake the cake up to 1 day in advance and frost just before serving. Variations: Add 1/2 cup raisins or crushed pineapple (drained) for extra moisture. Serve with a sprinkle of cinnamon or extra chopped nuts for garnish.