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Weight Watchers Carrot Cake Recipe – 5 SmartPoints

July 30, 2018 by Melissa Chapman 14 Comments

I don’t know about your kids but when mine come home after a long day of doing anything they are FAMISHED.  And this Weight Watchers Carrot Cake is always a big hit with them and the kind of snack that will tide them over until dinner!
Make this easy Weight Watchers Carrot Cake with a cake mix base for only 5 SmartPoints per serving!

Weight Watchers Carrot Cake Recipe

What I love about this Weight Watchers Carrot Cake,  is that I can enjoy the snack with them as well.  With only 5 SmartPoints per serving, I can feel okay about indulging in this if it fits into my daily points.  The other great part about sitting down and sharing a snack with my kids is that it provides the perfect opportunity for us to have a conversation sans electronics and one that feels organic as opposed to me pumping them for information about their day.
Kid approved Weight Watchers Carrot Cake Just 5 smart point per serving

Weight Watchers Carrot Cake Recipe Ingredients

1 package Duncun Hines Decadent Cake Mix

1 Cup Non-fat Vanilla Greek Yogurt

1 cup Water

Non-Stick Cooking Spray

Kid approved Weight Watchers Carrot Cake Just 5 smart point per serving

Directions for Weight Watchers Carrot Cake

Below you will find my step by step picture tutorial and guide to making this delicious and easy recipe point friendly!
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees as directed on cake mix box (may vary depending on darkness of pan used)
Kid approved Weight Watchers Carrot Cake Just 5 smart point per serving
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry cake mix, yogurt, and water.
Kid approved Weight Watchers Carrot Cake Just 5 smart point per serving
Mix until well combined.
Add in the carrot and raisin packet and mix until just folded into batter.
Kid approved Weight Watchers Carrot Cake Just 5 smart point per serving
Pour the batter into the already sprayed (with non-stick spray), cake pan (8×11)
Kid approved Weight Watchers Carrot Cake Just 5 smart point per serving

Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The carrot cake will be light and fluffy.

Kid approved Weight Watchers Carrot Cake Just 5 smart point per serving

I do not frost my cake, but you can add a bit of whipped topping for 1 point if desired.

Semi-Homemade Weight Watchers Carrot Cake is a great recipe idea that makes a cake mix easy to fit into your daily SmartPoints on the WW FreeStyle Plan!

Makes 24 pieces

5 SmartPoints per piece on the WW FreeStyle Plan

Semi-Homemade Weight Watchers Carrot Cake is a great recipe idea that makes a cake mix easy to fit into your daily SmartPoints on the WW FreeStyle Plan!

Serving and Storing the Weight Watchers Carrot Cake

Since this is a moist cake, I prefer to store this in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to be eaten.  If you prefer a warm cake, you can simply pop it into the microwave for a few seconds.  If not, it is perfectly delicious straight from the container.

For additional points, you can add in chopped walnuts, or top with whipped topping or whipped cream.  Just remember to account for those in your daily points allowance.

More Weight Watchers Recipes

I love making my favorite recipes a bit lighter so they fit into my daily SmartPoints allotment.  A treat like this is a bit higher in point than some like to use, but if you create a menu based around the zero point items, it should easily fit.  Below are links to some of my other WW FreeStyle recipe creations for your enjoyment.

  • Weight Watchers Easy Minestrone Soup
  • Peanut Butter Marshmallow Wonton Treat
  • Banana Weight Watchers Treats
  • Weight Watchers Breakfast Frittata
  • Blueberry Crisp Recipe for 3 SmartPoints Per Serving
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  1. robin rue says

    August 1, 2018 at 1:39 pm

    Oh man, I am LOVING all your Weight Watchers recipes! My kids are going to LOVE this one (and so am I)!

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  2. Stacie says

    August 1, 2018 at 4:07 pm

    Those look really tasty. I love that they’re only five points, too. That is great for a dessert!

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  3. Bill Sweeney says

    August 1, 2018 at 5:40 pm

    Another great Weight Watchers recipe! Our whole family will enjoy these. Perfect dessert option!

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  4. Vera Sweeney says

    August 1, 2018 at 8:33 pm

    I love carrot cake! These look so yummy! And, they’re healthy too!

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  5. Marcie W. says

    August 1, 2018 at 8:38 pm

    Yummy! Carrot cake is one of my all time favorites! I definitely appreciate this healthier version and know my kids would enjoy it as well.

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  6. Catherine Sargent says

    August 1, 2018 at 9:28 pm

    These look so yummy and it is great that they are only 5 points. I can’t wait to make this recipe.

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  7. Carol Cassara says

    August 2, 2018 at 12:43 am

    Wow! It looks so filling and tasty and I’d love to try this recipe! I appreciate that it’s healthier and that it’s also a better alternative to your usual carrot cake! Thanks for the recipe!

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  8. Kim Croisant says

    August 2, 2018 at 12:57 am

    I love carrot cake a whole lot. I don’t count points, but 5 points don’t seem like too much – so many you can enjoy 2 pieces!!

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  9. Becca Wilson says

    August 2, 2018 at 1:20 am

    These look like they would taste amazing. I love that they are approved for the program as well.

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  10. Jeanine says

    August 2, 2018 at 2:01 am

    Yum! This cake looks and sounds delicious! I have a few kids who are huge fans of carrot cake so I make it often! I’ll have to try this!

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  11. Kelly Reci says

    August 2, 2018 at 2:18 am

    Only 5 smart points?! Now THAT’S what I call a tasty treat. I think Carrot Cake is the perfect way to welcome autumn.

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  12. Kiwi says

    August 2, 2018 at 8:35 pm

    Hey if the kids love it than it must of been a hit. I am craving carrot cake now.

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  13. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    August 2, 2018 at 9:26 pm

    I will share this recipe with my daughter. She’s determined to lose weight and get back to her pre-pregnancy body. Carrot cakes are a favorite in my family so I know she’ll love this too.

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  14. Shannon Gurnee says

    August 3, 2018 at 3:56 am

    I love carrot cake! This looks like a good one if you’re watching your weight or have guests who are watching their weight.

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