Eggless Carrot Cake Recipe with Kefir and Cinnamon

Name: Eggless Carrot Cake Recipe with Kefir and Cinnamon
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8 slices
Cuisine: Home baking
Ingredients: 200 g carrots, finely grated; 250 ml plain kefir; 150 g granulated sugar; 100 ml neutral oil; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 300 g all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 pinch fine salt; 50 g walnuts, chopped, optional; 50 g raisins, optional

A moist egg-free carrot cake with cinnamon, kefir and optional walnuts and raisins.

By Savva LoginovUpdated October 2, 2026

Total 1 hrMakes 8 slices

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This eggless carrot cake uses kefir and baking soda to help the crumb rise and stay moist. Finely grate the carrots so they distribute evenly, and combine the wet and dry ingredients only until no flour remains. Walnuts and raisins are optional additions from the source. Bake in one round or square pan and let the cake cool before slicing so its tender structure can set. Heat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 23-cm round cake pan. Whisk kefir, sugar, oil and vanilla until sugar begins to dissolve. Stir in grated carrot. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in a separate bowl. Fold dry ingredients into wet just until combined. Fold in walnuts and raisins if using.

Eggless Carrot Cake Recipe with Kefir and Cinnamon

How to tell when it is ready

Cool in pan 15 minutes, then turn onto a rack and cool completely before slicing or icing.

Tips

Heat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Whisk kefir, sugar, oil and vanilla until sugar begins to dissolve.
Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in a separate bowl.
Fold dry ingredients into wet just until combined.

Troubleshooting

If centre sinks, avoid opening the oven early and check baking powder freshness.
If batter seems very thick, fold in a tablespoon of kefir.

Substitutions

Use a gluten-free flour blend for cakes.
Use pecans instead of walnuts.

Variations

Add ground ginger.
Fold in chopped pineapple after draining well.

Serving suggestions

Serve plain with tea.
Add a light cream cheese frosting.
Offer berries.
Dust with icing sugar.

Make ahead

Prepare components ahead and store safely. Store covered at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate up to 4 days.

Storage

Store covered at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate up to 4 days.

Food safety

Cool fully before covering; refrigerate in warm conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make this dairy-free?

Use unsweetened plant milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice in place of kefir; the crumb may be slightly different.

How should I store eggless carrot cake with kefir?

Store covered at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate up to 4 days.

Serve plain with tea. Store covered at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate up to 4 days.

About the author

Savva Loginov

Savva Loginov writes about traditional Ukrainian cooking, including regional dishes, heritage baking and the customs behind familiar recipes. His English guides explain each dish’s context alongside clear, practical cooking instructions.

Eggless Carrot Cake Recipe with Kefir and Cinnamon