Moist Slow Cooker Carrot Cake Delight
Experience the exquisite taste of my Moist Slow Cooker Carrot Cake Delight, born from a necessity to create a delectable dessert in the absence of an oven. Adapted from Beth Hensperger's acclaimed 'Not Your Mother's Slow Cooker Cookbook,' this recipe offers a masterful fusion of flavors, featuring the natural sweetness of shredded carrots paired with the zesty notes of orange and a hint of spice. The slow cooker method ensures a wonderfully moist texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy weekday treat, this cake is sure to satisfy your cravings while offering the convenience of a slow-cooked dessert. Try it topped with luscious cream cheese frosting for the ultimate indulgence!
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (measured)
Brown sugar
2/3 cup (packed)
Ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
Ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
Baking powder
1 teaspoon (measured)
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (measured)
Orange juice
1/4 cup (freshly squeezed)
Vegetable oil
1/4 cup (measured)
Large eggs
3 (beaten)
Orange extract
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (measured)
Carrots, shredded
1 1/4 cups (fresh)
Canned crushed pineapple
1/4 cup (drained)
Walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup (chopped)
Instructions
1
Prepare a round of parchment paper to fit the bottom of your spring form pan. Spray the interior of the pan with cooking spray, place the parchment round inside, and spray the parchment as well.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
3
In a separate small bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, eggs, orange juice, orange extract, and vanilla extract until fully integrated.
4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
5
Fold in the shredded carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
6
Spread the batter smoothly and evenly into the prepared cake pan. Carefully place the pan inside your preheated slow cooker.
7
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to HIGH. Cook for approximately 2 1/2 hours or until the cake has risen and a cake tester or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
Once done, turn off the slow cooker and remove the lid. Allow the cake to sit for about 30 minutes to cool slightly before gently removing it from the cake pan.
9
Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, feel free to frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Moist Slow Cooker Carrot Cake Delight?
It is a delectable dessert featuring the natural sweetness of carrots paired with orange and spices, specifically designed to be made in a slow cooker when an oven is unavailable.
Whose recipe was this carrot cake adapted from?
This recipe was adapted from Beth Hensperger's acclaimed 'Not Your Mother's Slow Cooker Cookbook'.
What makes the texture of this carrot cake unique?
The slow cooker method ensures a wonderfully moist texture that melts in your mouth.
How long does the cake need to cook?
The cake should be cooked on the HIGH setting for approximately 2 1/2 hours.
What type of pan is used for this slow cooker recipe?
A springform pan is used to hold the batter inside the slow cooker.
How should I prepare the springform pan?
Prepare a round of parchment paper for the bottom, spray the pan and the parchment with cooking spray.
Which dry ingredients are whisked together first?
The all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt are whisked together.
What wet ingredients are mixed in a separate bowl?
Vegetable oil, eggs, orange juice, orange extract, and vanilla extract are mixed together.
Does the recipe include pineapple?
Yes, 1/4 cup of drained crushed pineapple is folded into the batter.
Are there nuts in this carrot cake?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts.
How do I know if the cake is finished cooking?
The cake is done when it has risen and a cake tester or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the cake sit before being removed from the pan?
Allow the cake to sit and cool slightly for about 30 minutes before removal.
What is the recommended frosting for this cake?
It is best topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting.
How much flour is required?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of measured all-purpose flour.
What kind of sugar is used?
The recipe uses 2/3 cup of packed brown sugar.
What flavor of juice is used in the batter?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice.
How many eggs are needed?
Three large, beaten eggs are required for this recipe.
What type of extracts provide the flavor?
The cake uses both orange extract and vanilla extract.
How many carrots are needed?
The recipe calls for 1 1/4 cups of fresh shredded carrots.
What are the specific spices used?
The cake is flavored with ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg.
Is the pineapple drained or used with juice?
The crushed pineapple must be drained before being added to the batter.
What is the suggested cooling method?
The cake should cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
Can this cake be served on special occasions?
Yes, it is described as perfect for special occasions or as a cozy weekday treat.
What setting should the slow cooker be on?
The slow cooker should be set to the HIGH heat setting.
How much vegetable oil is used?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of measured vegetable oil.
Does the recipe use baking powder or soda?
It uses both: 1 teaspoon of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
What is the amount of cinnamon needed?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
How much salt is included?
The recipe includes 1/4 teaspoon of measured salt.
Is the brown sugar measured specifically?
Yes, the 2/3 cup of brown sugar should be packed.
When was this recipe entry inserted?
The record for this recipe was inserted on 2024-10-06.