Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Everyone loved them! The cupcakes are great to party the warmer days coming!

So delicious!!!

I would like to make this recipe for my birthday, but I was wondering if it is possible to make it in a loaf type pan instead of making cupcakes?

PUL Team - Jan. 19, 2025, 4:55 a.m.

Hey Irmen, we haven't tried but imagine you can bake it in a loaf pan. We have heard successful comments from people baking the batter in an 8-inch round cake pan. For a loaf pan, adjust the baking time to about 45 - 55 minutes, and check with a toothpick for doneness. Enjoy your birthday treat 🥳🍰

Hello, imp question- can I use the leftovers after juicing carrots in my centrifugeuse( or mix of oil for them+ apples) instead of grated carrots ?
Grating them is so burdensome and juicing is practically the only way I eat apples and carrots. Esp that someone mentionnés below it was to gooey, I’m asking if o should change sth adding naturally less moisture version of carrots :)

Luiza Alice - Jan. 18, 2025, 6:43 p.m.

*( or a mix of the pulp from them+ apples) , sorry

PUL Team - Jan. 19, 2025, 4:43 a.m.

Hiya Luiza, using the leftover pulp from juicing carrots and apples could work as a substitute for grated carrots, especially if it's on the drier side. Just be sure it’s not too dry, or the cupcakes might turn out a bit less moist. You might want to tweak the applesauce a little to keep things balanced. Happy baking! 😊

Luiza Alice - Jan. 22, 2025, 5:48 p.m.

Oh, thanks !

Haven't got any applesauce, can I sub for mashed banana?

PUL Team - Nov. 23, 2024, 6:21 p.m.

Hey Donna, we haven't tested it out but you could try mashed bananas if you don't mind a mild banana taste ☺️

Can the cakes be frozen without frosting do you know?
I'm moving house next week and want to turn the last of my carrots and some apples into cupcakes for moving day without having to bake them the night before we move!

PUL Team - Nov. 20, 2024, 4:48 p.m.

Hey Alexis, you definitely could freeze the cupcakes without frosting! Once baked and cooled, store them in an airtight container or wrap them tightly, then freeze. Simply thaw them at room temperature the day before moving and frost them if desired. Best of luck with the move 🫶✨

PUL is my go-to app for baking especially. Almost all recipes are foolproof.
Unfortunately, I can’t say the same for this recipe. It turned out sooo gooey that I ended up baking the cake with a foil over for 45 minutes and still it wasn’t baked through.
It tasted really good except the uncooked bottom, I just don’t know where I went wrong with the recipe. Maybe the type of carrots make a difference (I used the usual ones from the German supermarket) because all measurements were followed and oven instructions were followed.

PUL Team - Nov. 19, 2024, 6:07 p.m.

Hey Preeti, aw we're honoured to be a go-to resource! It sounds like the issue may have been with the moisture content in the carrots, as the type and water content can vary. If the carrots were very juicy, this could have added extra moisture to the batter, leading to a longer bake time. You could try lightly squeezing out any excess moisture from the grated carrots next time if you find them super juicy 😊

Preeti - Dec. 25, 2024, 5:48 p.m.

Thanks. I’ll try again. My carrots were indeed quite fresh and juicy

We made these using King Arthur gluten free flour. They turned out great. We will definitely make them again!

PUL Team - Sept. 17, 2024, 9:35 p.m.

Ooo thanks for taking the time to share your experience with the carrot cupcakes recipe, Brandy!

Yummy! The first carrot cake I ever tried to make, so easy and delicious 😋

Turned out awesome!

This is one of my favourite things to bake and my friends and family enjoy eating it - it’s a win-win! Since I consume less sugar, I skip the frosting entirely, still has great sweetness from the Dutch carrots. I serve it with vegan whipped cream for those who wish to eat it that way. I love the balance of spices and flavour in this recipe. Thank you Sadia and team!

I need to use up some carrots so made these and they're absolutely amazing! So delicious!

I made these and took them to a potluck. They were all gone within 5 minutes. These are delicious. I would just like to have more spices (mostly cinnamon) in the cake and less sugar in the frosting.

PUL Team - April 8, 2024, 4:11 a.m.

Thanks for welcoming the recipe in the pot luck festivities and sharing the feedback, Deborah!

I made this into a cake and it turned out perfectly. I cooked the whole recipe into one 8 inch round pan, and then topped it with a vanilla glaze and lemon zest.

PUL Team - April 4, 2024, 4:03 p.m.

Such a delicious idea to make a cake, Maxine! Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience with it 😃

These are amazing, so moist and fluffy!!

Really delicious! The spices were amazing and the cupcakes were very well received. I found the frosting to be way too sweet though, so I added more creme cheese and butter. Next time I will use less sugar.

Delicious carrot cake! I’ve always hated carrot cake, but this one has changed my mind.

Hi,

I’m loving the app. Quick question- Can the brown sugar be swapped for coconut sugar?

PUL Team - Jan. 15, 2024, 12:15 a.m.

Hey Saoirse, aw we're so happy to hear that you're enjoying the app! We haven't tested it out, but you may be able to substitute brown sugar for coconut sugar. The cupcakes might end up denser or drier. Brown sugar has molasses which adds moisture whereas coconut sugar doesn't. 🙂 Let us know how it goes if you test it out!

Yummy and definitely gonna make them again

This is absolutely delicious! This is my first time of making vegan version of “carrot cake” cupcakes. I made them twice during the Christmas holidays, and both of the times they were gone quite quickly. Really yammy! :-D

PUL Team - Jan. 9, 2024, 6:58 a.m.

Yayy so happy that the carrot cake cupcakes are being enjoyed, Julia, thank you :D

I loveeee carrot cake and this might be my favourite carrot cake (cupcake) recipe, so good! I want to try making it into a cake sometime 🤤

PUL Team - Jan. 4, 2024, 10:36 p.m.

Yay! Let us know how it goes if you experiment making a cake 🤗

Hi, these cupcakes are so good! I have a question about the frosting. It did not become smooth, even after about six minutes of mixing. It looked a bit like it curdled. It still tasted good and I used it, but do you have any idea what could be causing this? Temperature of the butter maybe? I used butter at room temperature.

PUL Team - Nov. 29, 2023, 2:07 a.m.

Hey there, Laura! Curdling in the frosting might happen when the ingredients are at different temperatures or when they're overmixed. If you give it another try, ensure both the vegan cream cheese and vegan butter are at a similar, room temperature before blending. Also, be cautious not to overmix, as excessive mixing can cause the ingredients to separate. If curdling still occurs, you can try briefly refrigerating the frosting and then gently re-mixing until smooth. We hope this helps for now and happy baking 🤗

Looks delicious! Is it possible to use this recipe but put it into a a cake bowl to transform it into a carrot cake? Thanks!

PUL Team - Nov. 10, 2023, 3:47 p.m.

Hey Nieves, we haven't tried but imagine you can use this recipe in a cake pan to make a cake. The baking time will change so just be sure to keep a close eye on it. When a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean the cake is done 🤗

My friends and I loved these cupcakes! Sooo fluffy and delicious ❤️

PUL Team - Oct. 28, 2023, 11:38 p.m.

So glad they were enjoyed, Beate, thank you!

So delicious! Perfect for fall 🍂 Really loved the lemon in the icing to balance out the bold spices!

Hi team. Possible alternate for the unsweetened apple sauce? Or do u have a link that leads to make it?
Thank you.
Btw - amazing UI/UX on the app! Kudos :)

PUL Team - Sept. 14, 2023, 7:09 p.m.

Hey Divya, a neutral-flavoured oil, such as more vegetable oil, makes a good substitute for applesauce. You could also try mashed bananas if you don't mind a mild banana taste.

We also indeed have an applesauce recipe here: pickuplimes.com/recipe/homema… - we're so happy the app is being enjoyed! Robin has worked super hard on the UI and UX, I've passed along your compliment to him 🥰

Divya Madhan Abishai - Sept. 15, 2023, 8:53 a.m.

I knowww he set an awesome benchmark! You guys are the best 💕

Divya Madhan Abishai - Nov. 11, 2023, 5:35 p.m.

Hi team! Ok finally made these and my cousin sis said they r of perfect texture and sweetness. Loved the spices wafting through the bites too. Thankkkk youuuuu & Season’s greetings ❤️

PUL Team - Nov. 11, 2023, 9:40 p.m.

Thank you dearest Divya! Season's greetings 💛

Best cupcakes I have ever made!

Super super delicious! Thank you 🥹 i made it!

Yum! These are easy and delicious. I’m glad they don’t use walnuts or raisins in the recipe. No doubt you can easily add if you wanted. I just don’t like crunchy things in my cupcakes.
I used only 2 cups of powdered sugar and it was perfect for us.

PUL Team - July 4, 2023, 1:26 a.m.

So thrilled to hear, Tiffany, thank you 💛

Any substitutes to vegetable oil in this recipe.

PUL Team - June 27, 2023, 7:19 a.m.

Hey there, Prachi, refined coconut oil that doesn't smell or taste like coconut is one idea. Unsweetened applesauce could work as a non-oil substitute, but the cupcakes will be denser. Do let us know if you experiment with it 🤗

Prachi Yadav - June 27, 2023, 12:21 p.m.

Yes sure will try and come back.