Air Fryer Carrot Walnut Cake

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Craving a moist and flavorful carrot cake but don’t want to heat up the oven? This Air Fryer Carrot Walnut Cake is the perfect solution! Packed with freshly grated carrots, warm cinnamon, and crunchy walnuts, this easy-to-make cake is naturally sweetened and baked to perfection in the air fryer. Whether you’re looking for a wholesome dessert or a delightful afternoon treat, this cake delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and texture in every bite. Plus, it’s quick, fuss-free, and absolutely delicious!

Ingredients:

1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)

1/2 cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)

1/2 cup grated carrots

1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)

1/4 cup milk (or plant-based milk)

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 cup chopped walnuts (plus extra for topping)

1 egg (or flax egg for vegan)

Instructions:

Preheat the Air Fryer to 320°F (160°C) for 5 minutes. Grease a small cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Mix dry ingredients – In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar.

Combine wet ingredients – In another bowl, beat the egg, then mix in oil, milk, and vanilla extract.

Mix the batter – Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, then gently fold in the grated carrots and walnuts.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top. Sprinkle extra chopped walnuts over the batter.