Brazilian recipe
Easy Creamy Carrot Cake
Classic Brazilian carrot cake recipe with chocolate frosting. Fluffy and moist cake, made quickly in a blender. Perfect for afternoon tea.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup (tea cup) vegetable oil
3 medium carrots, grated
4 eggs
2 cups (tea cup) sugar
2 and 1/2 cups (tea cup) all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup (tea cup) sugar
1 cup (tea cup) milk
3 medium carrots, grated
4 eggs
2 cups (tea cup) sugar
2 and 1/2 cups (tea cup) all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup (tea cup) sugar
1 cup (tea cup) milk
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these ingredients at your local supermarket or market. Carrots, eggs, sugar, flour, butter, and milk are common staples. Cocoa powder is usually found in the baking aisle. Ensure you get unsweetened cocoa powder for the best frosting flavour. Baking powder is essential for the cake's fluffiness and is also found in the baking section.
Preparation method
- In a blender, blend the carrots, eggs, and oil until you get a smooth mixture
- Add 2 cups of sugar to the mixture and blend for another five minutes to ensure the batter is very smooth
- Transfer the creamed mixture to a bowl
- Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour, mixing well
- Add the baking powder and gently mix with a spoon so the cake rises evenly
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking tin
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted comes out clean
- While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting in a saucepan
- Add the butter, cocoa powder, 1 cup of sugar, and milk
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until you get a creamy consistency
- Remove the cake from the oven and pour the hot frosting over it while it's still warm
- Let it cool slightly before serving
Observations
This carrot cake is a beloved classic across Brazil, known for its fluffy texture and vibrant colour. Its ease of preparation in the blender makes it a practical choice for everyday baking or special occasions. The creamy chocolate frosting perfectly complements the sweetness and texture of the cake, resulting in an irresistible dessert.
It's the ideal recipe for anyone looking for a tasty, quick sweet treat with that nostalgic childhood flavour. Serve with a fresh cup of tea and enjoy a delicious moment.
It's the ideal recipe for anyone looking for a tasty, quick sweet treat with that nostalgic childhood flavour. Serve with a fresh cup of tea and enjoy a delicious moment.
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