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NO-GRATE HACK
The 3-Ingredient Carrot Cake I Make with Zero Peeling or Grating
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5.0 (360)|(2 Reviews)Spiced cake mix baked with canned pure carrot puree and eggs into a tender, moist cake.
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By Jessica Furniss (Recipe Developer)•Published May 3, 2026
⏱ 35 mins
Simply Recipes / Jessica Furniss🔥 220 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Zero grating or peeling carrots required.
- Ultra-tender crumb from pure carrot puree.
NO-GRATE HACK
The 3-Ingredient Carrot Cake I Make with Zero Peeling or Grating
Skip the messy grater completely. A box of spice cake mix combined with pure carrot puree (or baby food carrots) and eggs bakes into an intensely moist, fragrant carrot cake with zero prep mess. Difficulty: Super Easy.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time35 mins
Servings12 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) spice cake mix
- 2 jars (4 oz each) pure carrot puree (or 1 cup canned carrot puree)
- 3 large eggs
- Cream cheese frosting for topping (optional)
Directions
1
Mix 3 ingredients
In a bowl, beat spice cake mix, carrot puree, and eggs for 2 minutes until smooth.
2
Bake until springy
Pour into greased 9x13 pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 28–30 minutes until a tester comes out clean.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Using carrot baby food jars gives the cake maximum moisture and bright orange color with zero chunks.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories220 kcal
Protein3g
Carbs38g
Total Fat6g
Sodium: 280mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
