20 Healthy Carrot Cake Inspired Recipes for Spring

Nothing reminds me more of carrot cake than Spring! It must have something to do with the Easter Bunny’s love of carrots. Although I don’t think I’ve ever actually had carrot cake on Easter, the two items are linked in my mind. which is fine because carrot cake is awesome and I honestly have a tendency to forget about it otherwise.

This year, winter seems never-ending, so I pulled together this collection of 20 healthy carrot cake recipes. Maybe it will entice the warmer weather to finally show up? If not, we can at least eat our feelings.

This collection of healthy carrot cake inspired recipes includes everything from breakfasts like pancakes and oatmeal, to snacks like energy bites and cookies, to cakes and muffins. With plenty of paleo, grain free, dairy free, and  low calorie options, you’re bound to find a new favorite carrot cake inspired recipe that fits into your lifestyle!

HEALTHY CARROT CAKE BREAKFASTS

Carrot Cake Granola (Gluten Free) by Healthy Delicious

Carrot Cake Oatmeal (Dairy Free) by Healthy Delicious

Carrot Cake Quinoa Flakes (Gluten Free) by Strength and Sunshine

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats (Vegan) by Vegan Heaven

Carrot Cake Pancakes (Whole Wheat) by Amy’s Healthy Baking

Carrot Cake Smoothie (Vegan + Paleo) by Wallflower Kitchen

HEALTHY CARROT CAKE BARS, BITES, COOKIES, SCONES

Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Breakfast Bars (Vegan) by Sweet As Honey

Carrot Cake Energy Bites (Vegan) by Trial and Eater

Carrot Cake Quinoa Breakfast Cookies (Naturally Sweetened) by Simply Quinoa

Carrot Cake Scones (Naturally Sweetened) by Caroline’s Cooking

HEALTHY CARROT CAKES

Gluten-Free Vegan Tropical Carrot Cake (Gluten Free) by Rhian’s Recipes

Classic Grain Free Carrot Cake (Grain Free) by A Clean Bake

Healthier Carrot Cake Cheesecake (Whole Grain) by Texan Erin

Paleo Curry Carrot Cake (Paleo) by The Primal Desire

HEALTHY CARROT CAKE CUPCAKES AND MUFFINS

Gaps Friendly Carrot Cake Cupcakes With Yogurt Cheese Frosting (Gluten Free) by Health Home and Happiness

Sugar Free Carrot Cake Cupcakes (Low Carb) by Low Carb Maven

Carrot Cake Zucchini Muffins (Gluten Free) by Beauty and The Foodie

Healthy Inside Out Carrot Cake Muffins (Naturally Sweetened) by To Simply Inspire

Carrot Cake Weight Watchers Muffins by Drugstore Divas

Carrot Oatmeal Greek Yogurt Muffins (Naturally Sweetened) by Running With Spoons