Brazilian Carrot Cake Recipe
This Brazilian Carrot Cake Recipe is a delightful treat that combines sweet carrots with rich chocolate topping.
Equipment
- Blender
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 3 medium carrots peeled
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups sugar
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease the cake pan well.
- Blend carrots, eggs, and oil together.
- Pour mixture into a bowl.
- Add sugar and mix thoroughly.
- Fold in flour slowly.
- Add baking powder last.
- Mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- Test with a toothpick.
- Cool completely before topping.
- Meanwhile, make the chocolate topping.
- Combine all topping ingredients.
- Cook over medium heat.
- Stir constantly until thickened.
- Pour over cooled cake.
- Let it set completely.
Notes
- Use fresh carrots for best flavor and moisture
- Don't overmix the batter to keep it fluffy
- Pour topping while it's warm for smooth coverage
- Let cake cool completely before adding chocolate
- Store in refrigerator for up to 5 days