Sourdough Carrot Cake

If you are craving something different and more delicious, sourdough carrot cake should meet your expectations as it is nothing like a traditional one. This sweetened creation is as moist and appetizing as could be while it is full of elements whereby they all remind us that truly nothing tastes as good as healthy does. 

This recipe will walk you through the process of making the most delicious Sour Carrot Cake that your friends and family are going to love. So stop the genius and let’s get down to the joy of enjoying sour carrot cake!

Ingredients

To make a delicious sourdough carrot cakes, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ⅔ cup oil
• 1 cup sourdough starter
• 1 cup grated carrots 
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup of chopped pecans 
• 1/2 cup raisins

Cream cheese frosting

For the best experience, you may even incorporate a cream carrot cheese frosting on your carrot cake. Here’s what you’ll need:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1-2 tablespoons milk for consistency

Equipment

Before you start baking, gather the following equipment:

1. Mixing bowls
2. Whisk or electric mixer
3. Measuring cups and spoons
4. Grater (for carrots)
5. Baking pan 
6. Parchment paper 
7. Cooling rack

Making Process

But first, let me show you how amazingly you can use your sourdough – in the sourdough carrot cake recipe! Follow these steps for a delicious result:

Step:1-Preheat your oven to 350°F which is equivalent to 175°C. This is a 2 layer cake. So grease the round pans well and add parchment paper at the bottom.

Step:2- In a big bowl, flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt all together until blended thoroughly.

Step:3- In another bowl, stir the sourdough starter, vegetable oil, eggs and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

Step:4- Transfer the wet mix to the dry mix. One should mix it gently till it is just blended. Be careful not to overmix! If you are using the grated carrots, nuts and raisins, fold them in at this point.

Step:5-Transfer the batter to two pans and spread it evenly. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step:6- After baking, pull out your cake from the oven and please allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a cooling rack and allow it to cool for sometime before handling.

Step:7- When the cake is cooling, cream the remaining soft cheese and butter until it becomes smooth. Add the confectioners sugar slowly and the vanilla and mix until the mixture is fluffy. 

Step:8- After the cake has finished cooling, spread the cream cheese frosting over it as thick as you like. 

Storage Tips

Container: Wrap your carrot cake and leave it at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. 

Freeze: If you wish to store it for a long time, you can freeze it for up to 1 week and keep it chilled. It is also possible to freeze this cake whole or in slices for up to 3 months. Oh yes, just ensure it is well wrapped in the plastic before putting it in the aluminum foil to avoid the experience of freezer burn.

Nutrition

• Calories: 756 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 90g
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Calcium: 110mg
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Fat: 44g
• Trans Fat: 0.4g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g
• Monounsaturated Fat: 21g
• Vitamin A: 4155 IU
• Vitamin C: 1mg
• Sodium: 520mg
• Sugars: 65g
• Iron: 2mg

FAQ

Q: Is it possible to replace flour with whole wheat flour?

A: Yes, this is quite correct, whole wheat flour can replace all-purpose flour in most recipes, but it will result in a more compact cake recipe. Of course, you can also try using both for a healthier choice as well as bake in a healthier way as well.

Q: How will I know that the sourdough carrot cake is ready?

A: It is understandable that a cake is baked to completion when it is tested with a toothpick and it comes out clean or there is some crumble of moisture on it.

Final Thoughts

Carrot cake is simply amazing because of its good variety and combined texture and taste sensation. This cake is easy to make, has a soft moist texture, sweet and tart flavors from carrots, and is topped with a delicious cream frosting.

Whether eaten as a quick snack with a cup of coffee in the morning or brought to a friend’s house, no one could resist a second piece of this delicious sourdough carrot cake. Therefore, get your baking ingredients, follow the above baking procedure and start your baking now! Happy baking!