Description
A moist and flavorful cake made with fresh carrots, typically topped with chocolate frosting, popular in Brazilian cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- For the frosting: 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a blender, combine the carrots, eggs, oil, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
- Pour the blended mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- For the frosting: In a saucepan, combine the condensed milk, butter, and cocoa powder. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Once the cake is cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
Notes
Ensure carrots are finely chopped for a smooth batter; this cake pairs well with coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 5g