Moist, warmly spiced, and topped with a sweet citrus glaze — this Glazed Carrot Snack Cake is the perfect everyday treat. It’s easy to whip up, packs a veggie punch, and makes for a delightful afternoon bite or light dessert.

Origin Glazed Carrot Snack Cake

Carrot cake has roots in European baking, especially in countries like Switzerland and the UK. This snack-sized version takes the classic and simplifies it into a one-bowl, fuss-free treat.

What I Love About This Recipe

It’s everything you love about carrot cake — tender crumb, cozy spices, subtle sweetness — in a lighter, more casual format. And that tangy glaze? Irresistible.

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Glazed Carrot Snack Cake

Recipe by RecipeWikki

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

260

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• ¾ cup brown sugar

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ¼ tsp nutmeg

• ¼ tsp salt

• 2 large eggs

• ⅓ cup neutral oil (like canola or sunflower)

• 1½ cups finely grated carrots

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1–2 tbsp fresh orange or lemon juice

• Zest of 1 orange or lemon (optional)

Directions

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch square baking pan.
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
• In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, oil, and vanilla. Stir wet ingredients into the dry, then fold in grated carrots until just combined.
• Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
• Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
• To make the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with citrus juice and zest until smooth and pourable. Drizzle over the cooled cake. Let glaze set before slicing.

Notes

• Add chopped walnuts or raisins for extra texture.
• For a richer version, top with cream cheese glaze instead.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.