Brazilian recipe
Easy Creamy Carrot Cake
A classic Brazilian carrot cake recipe featuring a smooth chocolate glaze. This blender cake is super moist, fluffy, and a true family favourite for afternoon tea.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 medium carrots, grated
4 eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup whole milk
3 medium carrots, grated
4 eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup whole milk
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients are readily available in supermarkets across Barbados. You can find fresh carrots in the produce aisle, and pantry staples like flour, sugar, and milk are stocked in the baking or dairy sections. For cocoa powder, look in the baking aisle; any high-quality unsweetened cocoa will work perfectly. If you are specifically looking for Brazilian-style ingredients, check the international or speciality section of larger grocers, but these basic items can be found in any local shop.
Preparation method
- In a blender, whizz the carrots, eggs, and oil together until you have a perfectly smooth mixture
- Add 2 cups of sugar to the blender and pulse for another five minutes to ensure the batter is lovely and smooth
- Pour the mixture into a mixing bowl
- Gently fold in the flour, bit by bit, stirring until well combined
- Stir in the baking powder, mixing carefully with a spoon so the cake rises beautifully
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking tin
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for roughly 40 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean
- While the cake is in the oven, start your chocolate glaze on the stove
- Combine the butter, cocoa powder, 1 cup of sugar, and milk in a small saucepan
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens into a creamy consistency
- Take the cake out of the oven and pour the hot chocolate glaze over it while it is still warm
- Let it cool down slightly before serving to let the flavours settle
Observations
This carrot cake is a staple in homes all over Brazil, known for its vibrant orange colour and wonderfully fluffy crumb. The blender method makes it a no-fuss option for a quick weeknight treat or a simple weekend dessert. We top it off with a rich, silky chocolate sauce that perfectly balances the sweetness of the sponge, creating an irresistible comfort food combo.
It’s the perfect recipe when you’re craving something sweet, quick to whip up, and nostalgic. Serve it alongside a freshly brewed coffee and enjoy a proper moment of relaxation.
It’s the perfect recipe when you’re craving something sweet, quick to whip up, and nostalgic. Serve it alongside a freshly brewed coffee and enjoy a proper moment of relaxation.
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