Guest blog and recipe by Carolina @healthyliciousworld.
Is it just me, or does fall feel incomplete without pumpkin treats? I don’t know about you, but I love desserts that feel cozy and satisfying, made with ingredients that love you back. This gluten-free, refined sugar-free pumpkin cake is exactly that. Soft, flavorful, and comforting and it makes your whole heart feel cozy the moment you take a bite.
I get it, sometimes healthy desserts can feel… well, ordinary. But this cake? The moment it comes together with the maple cream cheese frosting, it’s soft, flavorful, and comforting. The frosting is incredibly creamy, smooth, and perfectly sweet, pairing beautifully with the cake to create a cozy little treat you’ll want to savor bite after bite.
Baking it felt like pure comfort therapy. I stirred the batter, inhaled the pumpkin spice aroma, and imagined cozying up with a warm slice and a cup of coffee. The process itself is soothing, a little moment of self-care that makes fall feel extra special.
And here’s the best part: I fold Just Thrive spore-based probiotics right into the batter, so every slice is not just soft, flavorful, and comforting; it’s also nurturing your gut and giving your body a little boost of wellness with every bite. Don’t worry, these probiotics can handle the heat of the oven up to 400°F, so you still get all the benefits of the probiotics.
Ingredients That Love You Back
- Pumpkin: This cozy superstar is full of fiber, vitamins, and beta-carotene, which your body loves. It keeps the cake naturally moist and tender, making every bite soft and comforting.
- Coconut Oil: Adds healthy fats that give the cake a rich, soft texture while lending a subtle, naturally sweet flavor. It’s gentle on your digestive system and helps keep the cake feeling luscious.
- Almond Flour: Packed with protein and healthy fats, almond flour keeps the cake light, tender, and satisfying. It adds structure without any gluten, so every bite stays soft and melt-in-your-mouth.
- Coconut Sugar: A low-glycemic natural sweetener that won’t spike your blood sugar. It gives the cake a delicate caramel note and helps it stay soft and moist.
- Pasteurized Egg: It binds everything together perfectly, creating a tender, fluffy texture while keeping the cake safe and reliable every time.
These ingredients come together to make every slice cozy, nourishing, and absolutely delicious—a dessert that tastes amazing and makes you feel good too.
This cake also makes the perfect Thanksgiving dessert that’ll have all of your family and friends raving. Let’s get baking!
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cake with Maple Cream Cheese FrostingPrep time: 15 minutes Ingredients: Cake:
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I’d love to know what’s your favorite way to enjoy pumpkin desserts? Do you like them simple, spiced up, or maybe with a little swirl of chocolate or nuts? If you make this cake, tag @justthrivehealth and @healthyliciousworld on Instagram. I would absolutely love to see your creations and share in your cozy baking moment!
Love,
Carolina
Bake In a Little Gut Love This Fall
Want to turn your favorite fall comfort foods into gut-nourishing treats—without the hassle of swallowing pills or adding extra effort to your routine?
Just open up a capsule of Just Thrive Probiotic and mix it into whatever you’re enjoying this season—pumpkin spice lattes, hearty soups, or warm baked goods. With NO taste and NO smell, it blends in effortlessly while giving your gut, immune system, and whole body the TLC it needs to stay healthy and strong.
And because Just Thrive Probiotic is incredibly resilient, it can handle the heat from your oven or stovetop, as well as the chill from your freezer—without losing potency. So go ahead, enjoy your seasonal favorites without compromising your health goals.
