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Air Fryer Carrot Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Air Fryer Carrot Cake offers a moist and flavorful treat made quickly and easily using an air fryer. The classic spiced carrot cake batter is baked to perfection in a 6-inch pan, then topped with a creamy homemade cream cheese frosting. Perfect for a dessert or afternoon snack, this recipe brings the traditional carrot cake experience with less mess and a faster cooking time.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Frosting Ingredients

  • 4 ounces (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the batter: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg (if using), and salt until well combined.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  3. Combine ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding them together carefully. Then, fold in the grated carrots and chopped nuts if you are using them.
  4. Preheat air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C) for 3 to 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  5. Prepare the pan: Grease a 6-inch cake pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Pour the cake batter into the pan, smoothing the surface evenly.
  6. Air fry the cake: Place the cake pan inside the air fryer basket. Cook at 320°F (160°C) for 25 to 30 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Make the frosting: Beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until creamy and smooth. Add the vanilla extract and powdered sugar, then continue mixing until the frosting is fluffy.
  8. Frost and serve: Once the cake is fully cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Optionally, decorate with extra nuts or a light sprinkle of cinnamon. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Make sure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans or omit nuts for a nut-free version.
  • If you don’t have an air fryer-safe cake pan, try using a small oven-safe dish that fits your air fryer basket.
  • Grate the carrots finely for better texture and distribution in the cake.
  • This cake can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

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