Description
Carrot & Ginger Soft Loaf Cake is a moist and flavorful cake made with finely grated carrots and fresh ginger, paired with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The recipe is simple yet packed with flavor, making it an ideal dessert or breakfast item. The cake is tender and has a light crumb, while the ginger adds a zesty kick that complements the sweetness of the carrots.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 ½ tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil (or melted butter)
½ cup (100 g) brown sugar
¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ½ cups (150 g) finely grated carrots
2 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated (or 1 tbsp for milder flavor)
¼ cup (60 ml) yogurt or buttermilk
½ cup (60 g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
In another bowl, whisk oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
Stir in grated carrots, fresh ginger, and yogurt/buttermilk.
Fold in dry ingredients gently, then add nuts if using.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth top.
Bake 45–55 minutes, until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
This moist and warmly spiced loaf is perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a comforting snack. Serve it plain, with a smear of cream cheese, or lightly toasted for extra aroma and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European / Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: Moderate
Keywords: Carrot Ginger Cake, Ginger Carrot Loaf, Spiced Carrot Cake, Ginger Loaf Cake