Vegan Carrot Cake Cupcakes
These vegan carrot cake cupcakes prove that vegetables belong in dessert—especially when they’re buried under a sweet, creamy frosting. They’re moist, lightly spiced, and packed with flavor. No eggs, no dairy, yet they taste like a bakery-level treat. The grated carrots add natural sweetness, while cinnamon and nutmeg bring that cozy, nostalgic taste. Soft, fluffy, and dangerously addictive, these cupcakes make you question why traditional baking even exists. Whether you’re impressing guests or just treating yourself, one bite is all it takes to be hooked. Bonus? You can pretend they’re healthy.
Vegan Carrot Cake Cupcakes
A moist, fluffy, and spiced carrot cake cupcake with a rich, dairy-free frosting.
Ingredients
Cupcakes
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup almond milk
- ⅓ cup coconut oil melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated carrots
Frosting
- ½ cup vegan butter
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon almond milk
Instructions
For the Cupcakes
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix almond milk, coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Stir in grated carrots and mix until just combined.
- Scoop batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
For the Frosting
- Beat vegan butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
- Stir in vanilla extract and almond milk until fluffy.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes and enjoy.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~230
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
Bonus Tips for Extra Flavor
- Add chopped walnuts for crunch.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut on top.
- Swap almond milk for oat milk for extra creaminess.
- Use maple syrup instead of sugar for a deeper flavor.
