carrot cake waffles
Blog Post: The Ultimate Grain-Free Carrot Cake Upgrade
For those of us living that grain-free life, the struggle for the perfect “snap” is real. Most recipes turn out soft, soggy, or—even worse—rubbery. After perfecting the Sweetly Measured base waffle, I knew it was time to take things to the next level.
Enter: The Carrot Cake Waffle.
This isn’t just a “healthy version” of a breakfast treat. These waffles carry the deep, aromatic warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg, balanced by the natural sweetness of freshly shredded carrots. By using the tried-and-true Sweetly Measured flour blend—almond, tapioca, and coconut—we maintain that authentic bakery-style structure that holds up to a heavy pour of maple syrup without losing its crunch.
They are light and airy on the inside, crisp on the outside, and completely refined sugar-free. Whether you’re hosting a weekend brunch or just want a weekday breakfast that feels like dessert (without the sugar crash), these have nailed it.
Pro-Tip: For the best texture, make sure to use the fine side of your grater for the carrots and squeeze out the extra juice. This ensures you get all the flavor without compromising that signature Sweetly Measured crispness.
Carrot cake waffles
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond Flour
- ⅔ cup Tapioca Starch
- ¼ cup Coconut Flour
- 1.5 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- ½ tsp Ground Ginger
- ¼ tsp Ground Nutmeg
- 1 cup Canned Coconut Milk
- ½ cup Refined Coconut Oil, melted
- ¼ cup Maple Syrup
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla
- ADD: 1 cup Finely Shredded Carrots, squeeze out excess moisture with a paper towel before measuring
- ADD, Optional: ¼ cup Finely Chopped Pecans or Walnuts
Instructions
- Whisk the dry ingredients (including spices) in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, coconut milk, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla.
- Gently fold the shredded carrots into the wet mixture.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until incorporated. Fold in nuts if using.
- Cook in a preheated waffle iron for approximately 3–4 minutes, or until the exterior is crisp and golden
