Carrot Walnut Dessert Cups
Carrot Walnut Dessert Cups are a delicious fusion of moist carrot cake and creamy spiced yogurt, topped with walnuts and carrot slices. Perfect for a healthy, easy-to-make dessert in elegant individual servings!
Carrot Walnut Dessert Cups are a delightful combination of rich, moist carrot cake and creamy spiced yogurt or cream cheese, all elegantly served in individual cups. These dessert cups feature the perfect balance of natural sweetness from grated carrots, the crunch of chopped walnuts, and a hint of warm cinnamon. Topped with a luscious layer of Greek yogurt or cream cheese, finished with a sprinkle of ground walnuts and fresh carrot slices, they make for a visually stunning and delicious treat. Perfect for any occasion, these cups are not only indulgent but also simple to prepare, offering a healthier twist to classic carrot cake flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 carrot (grated)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 cup (80 g) almond flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (30 g) walnuts (chopped)
- Greek yogurt or cream cheese
- Additional ground walnuts and carrot slices (for garnish)
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 340
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Sugar: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Directions
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Grate the carrot into a mixing bowl. Add the eggs, baking powder, ground cinnamon, milk, melted butter, almond flour, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
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Fold in the chopped walnuts.
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Divide half of the mixture evenly into two large glasses or ramekins. Bake in a preheated oven at 360°F (180°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and set.
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In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt or cream cheese with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
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Once the baked mixture has cooled slightly, layer the yogurt or cream cheese mixture over it. Garnish with ground walnuts and carrot slices.
