Carrot Cake Ring
A moist, flavorful carrot cake ring with warm spices, walnuts, and raisins, perfect for celebrations or a comforting dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour ⓘ
- 1 1/4 cups salad oil ⓘ
- 1 cup packed dark brown sugar ⓘ
- 3/4 cup sugar ⓘ
- 2 teaspoons baking soda ⓘ
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon salt ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves ⓘ
- 1/2 (6 oz.) can frozen orange juice concentrate ⓘ
- 4 eggs ⓘ
- 2 cups shredded carrots ⓘ
- 1 cup chopped walnuts ⓘ
- 1/2 cup dark seedless raisins ⓘ
- confectioners sugar (optional) ⓘ
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, measure all-purpose flour, salad oil, dark brown sugar, sugar, baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt, vanilla extract, ground cloves, and frozen orange juice concentrate.
- With a mixer at low speed, beat ingredients just until mixed, constantly scraping the bowl with a rubber spatula.
- Increase the mixer speed to high.
- Beat for 4 minutes, occasionally scraping the bowl.
- Fold in shredded carrots, chopped walnuts, and dark seedless raisins.
- Pour batter into prepared Bundt pan.
- Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optionally, dust with confectioners sugar before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a moist carrot cake, make sure to use freshly grated carrots instead of pre-packaged ones. If you want to reduce sugar, consider using a sugar substitute that measures like sugar. You can also swap walnuts for pecans or omit nuts entirely if desired. For added flavor, try incorporating crushed pineapple or shredded coconut into the batter.
Serving Suggestions
This Carrot Cake Ring is perfect for brunch or dessert. Serve it alongside a dollop of cream cheese frosting or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat. Pair it with a warm drink like chai tea or coffee to enhance its flavors. It also pairs beautifully with Shaky Salad for a balanced meal.
Storage & Reheating
To store leftovers, wrap the cooled cake tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place it in an airtight container. It can be kept at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. To reheat, warm individual slices in the microwave for a few seconds or enjoy it cold.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Carrot Cake Ring contains roughly 723 calories, with 9g protein, 77g carbohydrates, and 41g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin A (64% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (50% of the Daily Value), and vitamin C (22% of the Daily Value), and a good source of protein and iron. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 583mg per serving (25% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this carrot cake without eggs?
Yes, you can substitute the eggs with flaxseed meal or applesauce. For each egg, use 1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal mixed with 2.5 tablespoons of water, or replace each egg with 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce. This will help bind the ingredients while keeping the cake moist.
How can I make this recipe gluten-free?
To make a gluten-free version of the Carrot Cake Ring, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Additionally, ensure that the baking soda and other ingredients are gluten-free. Keep in mind that the texture may vary slightly, but it will still be delicious.
Can I freeze the carrot cake?
Yes, you can freeze this cake! Once completely cooled, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil to protect it from freezer burn. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving, and you can dust it with confectioners sugar just before serving.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).