Recipe Smackdown: Battle of the Carrot Cake Recipes

One of my favorite parts of spring is having a big ol’ slice of carrot cake after Easter dinner. Every time I have a slice, I’m reminded of how underrated carrot cake is in the realm of desserts. I don’t know that I’ve ever tried a slice of carrot cake I didn’t love which is why I’m perfectly confident in doing a bit of experimentation. If carrot cake tastes delicious in its original form, then surely a carrot cake cookie or parfait must be just as good, right?

Well, we’re here to put that theory to the test with our 12 favorite variations on the carrot cake recipe you know and love from all of your favorite food recipe sites.

The Best Carrot Cake Ever: There’s nothing like a classic carrot cake recipe to start things off right. And if you’re looking for a moist cake with smooth butter cream frosting, this carrot cake recipe is simply the best.	Slow Cooker Carrot Cake: Did you know you can bake up a carrot cake in your slow cooker? Well, it’s true! This slow cooker carrot cake recipe is perfect for Easter dinner. Just leave it baking while you’re chowing down on Easter ham, and it’ll be done before you know it!
Carrot Cake Blondies: Sometimes, we just want a little slice of carrot cake on the go. That’s where these tasty Carrot Cake Blondies come in. If you’re headed off to a potluck or you just want something to munch on, give this carrot cake recipe a go!	Carrot Cake Oatmeal: Don’t wait until after dinner for that carrot cake flavor you know and love. Start your morning off on a positive note with this gluten-free recipe for Carrot Cake Oatmeal. Add a bit of maple syrup and raisins for one of the best breakfasts you’ll ever have.
Carrot Cake Cookies: Yes, that’s right. These are carrot cake cookies. Healthier than those chocolate chip or sugar cookies you’re always craving, these cookies are tasty all day long, whether you want to grab a few on your way out the door or you’re saving them for an after-dinner snack.	Carrot Cake Whoopie Pies: We love the classic Amish dessert recipe for whoopie pies, so when we see a combination like carrot cake and whoopie pies, why, we’ve just got to jump on it! Pair these tasty treats with a tall glass of milk for the ultimate movie-watching dessert.
Shortcut Muffin Tin Carrot Cakes: Take your favorite slice of carrot cake on-the-go with this easy dessert recipe for Shortcut Muffin Tin Carrot Cakes. With the convenient shortcut of using a boxed cake mix, this is a fantastic recipe to whip up at the last minute.	Carrot Cake Cheesecake Parfaits: We bet you haven’t seen a carrot cake recipe like this before! Our carrot cake parfaits take a classy twist on the spring dessert favorite. Serve them up in a fancy dessert glass and get ready for a heavenly burst of flavor in every bite.
Carrot Cake Pancakes: Our breakfast adventures continue with this early morning take on our favorite spring dessert: Carrot Cake Pancakes. Drizzled with low-fat cream cheese with a gluten-free baking option, this is the right way to do Sunday brunch.	Caramel Carrot Cake Bars: We love bar desserts. You can slice up a piece as large or as small as you’d like, and they’re super easy to transport. This carrot cake bar recipe has an even tastier twist with the addition of silky smooth caramel to sweeten it up.
Carrot Cake Poke Cake: You knew this had to be in here somewhere, didn’t you? What’s a dessert collection without a poke cake? If your mouth is already watering just looking at the caramel-pecan topping to this light, spongy cake, then you’re just going to have to find time to bake this one up.	Microwave Carrot Cake: It’s the lazy chef’s dream: carrot cake made in the microwave. Using our favorite recipe shortcut, this easy dessert recipe has all the makings of the ideal late-night snack. Top it off with whipped cream or frosting, and you’ve got yourself one tasty dessert.

Which of these tasty carrot cake recipe variations is your favorite?

• Author
• Recent Posts

MrFoodTestKitchen

Editor at Mr. Food Test Kitchen

The Mr. Food Test Kitchen is all about Quick & Easy Cooking. We’ve got over 50 cookbooks, thousands of recipes online, and a nationally syndicated TV segment that’s been running for 30+ years.

Latest posts by MrFoodTestKitchen (see all)

• 24 Meaty Slow Cooker Recipes: Dinner Choices For Your Family - October 22, 2021
• 7 Vintage Candy Recipes Nana Would Make - October 11, 2021
• 17 Amazing Picnic Ideas for Couples - August 25, 2021