Introduction:
Welcome to NutritientRichLife.org! Today, we’re diving into a delightful recipe that strikes the perfect balance between wholesome and delicious: Carrot Almond Loaf. This loaf is moist, subtly sweet, and packed with nourishing ingredients like fresh carrots, almond flour, and warm spices. It’s an ideal treat for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert.
The best part? It’s naturally gluten-free, and if you like, you can easily make it dairy-free as well. Let’s get baking!!
A recipe from Amanda Liptak, RDN, CLT, CA
Ingredients:
2 cups almond flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp pink Himalayan sea salt
1/8 tsp nutmeg
3 eggs
1/2 cup avocado oil
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1.5 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup shredded carrot
Optional:
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup light/dark raisins
1/4 cup chopped unsalted nuts
sliced almonds for garnish
Procedure:
Combine the dry ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
Combine all liquid ingredients, blending well with a mixer or by hand. Slowly add the dry ingredients to wet, stirring until batter is smooth. Add carrots and any optional additions. Mix just until combined.
Portion into 2 mini loaves or 1 large loaf pan (grease and flour as necessary).
Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean,
Cool completely before slicing. Serve or freeze. Enjoy!
Why You’ll Love This Carrot Almond Loaf:
Gluten-free and nutrient-rich: Almond flour not only makes this loaf naturally gluten-free but also boosts the healthy fats and protein content.
Packed with veggies: The carrots provide moisture and natural sweetness while also sneaking in a serving of veggies.
Lightly sweetened: With just a touch of maple syrup, this loaf is perfectly sweet without being overly indulgent.
Easy to make: This simple recipe comes together quickly and doesn’t require any fancy techniques.
Customizable: You can easily adjust the flavors—add in some raisins, walnuts, or a drizzle of maple syrup on top for extra sweetness.
Variations and Serving Ideas:
Add-ins: Stir in some raisins, chopped dates, or walnuts to add extra texture and sweetness.
Spices: Play around with the spices—add a touch of ginger or allspice to enhance the warm flavors.
Glaze: For a sweeter touch, drizzle a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and almond milk over the top.
Toppings: Serve slices with a spread of almond butter, cream cheese, or a drizzle of honey.
Tips for Perfect Carrot Almond Loaf:
Grate the carrots finely: Finely grated carrots blend more smoothly into the batter and keep the loaf moist.
Use room temperature eggs: Room temperature eggs incorporate better into the batter and help the loaf rise evenly.
Don’t overmix: Once you add the dry ingredients, stir just until combined to avoid a dense loaf.
This Carrot Almond Loaf is a perfect balance of sweet, nutritious, and satisfying. It’s the ultimate comfort food that you can feel good about enjoying any time of day. Plus, it’s versatile enough for breakfast, snack, or even a healthier dessert!
We hope you love baking (and eating) this delicious loaf. Let us know how it turns out and if you made any fun variations! Happy baking!
A Final Note
Here at Nutrient Rich Life we believe that variety is the spice of life! We encourage everyone to make all foods fit as much as possible and that includes eating more plants and cooking in a way that adds fun and flavor to your life!
Hi, I'm Amanda!
Functional weight loss coach, registered dietitian nutritionist and mom of one picky eater with multiple food allergies! I'm a big believer that if you can learn to fish -- you can eat for life! So this blog is dedicated to helping you learn to toss out the food myths that result in unnecessary food stress so that you can become a confident, healthy eater!
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