Name: Mini Easter Carrot Cakes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ginger; 3/4 cup avocado oil or vegetable oil; 2 cups granulated sugar; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 4 eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 2 1/2 cups fresh, finely grated carrots; 1 cup chopped walnuts; 8 ounces (1 cup) cream cheese, softened; 6 ounces (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened; 1/4 teaspoon salt (for frosting); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting); 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar; Assorted Easter candy and edible grass for decorating

Description

Mini Easter Carrot Cakes are the perfect sweet treat to celebrate the holiday season. These delightful mini cakes combine the moistness of spiced carrot cake with a rich cream cheese frosting, making them an irresistible dessert for family gatherings or springtime celebrations. Decorated to resemble festive Easter nests, these cakes are both visually appealing and packed with flavor. Easy to make, they are suitable for bakers of all skill levels and are sure to impress guests of all ages. Enjoy sharing these charming treats this Easter!

Ingredients

Scale

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ginger
3/4 cup avocado oil or vegetable oil
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup buttermilk
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 1/2 cups fresh, finely grated carrots
1 cup chopped walnuts
8 ounces (1 cup) cream cheese, softened
6 ounces (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon salt (for frosting)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Assorted Easter candy and edible grass for decorating

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and coat a mini bundt cake pan with non-stick spray.
In one bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
In another bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients without overmixing; fold in grated carrots and walnuts.
Pour batter into prepared molds and bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Beat cream cheese and butter for frosting until fluffy; add powdered sugar gradually.
Frost cooled cakes and decorate with Easter candies.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 160
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend that includes xanthan gum. Experiment with additional mix-ins like raisins or pineapple for extra flavor.