Brazilian recipe
Traditional carrot cake (Bolo de cenoura tradicional)
A classic recipe for a fluffy, moist, and vibrant carrot cake. Simple to make with everyday ingredients, it is the perfect treat for tea time.
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Ingredients
3 large carrots (approximately 750g)
5 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 pinch salt
2 cups sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
5 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 pinch salt
2 cups sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets or municipal produce markets. For the best result, use fresh carrots from local farms. If preferred, caster sugar can be used as a substitute for standard white sugar.
Preparation method
- Peel and chop the carrots into smaller pieces
- In a blender, add the oil, eggs, chopped carrots, and the pinch of salt
- Blend well until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous
- Gradually add the sugar, continuing to blend until fully incorporated
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted flour and baking powder
- Pour the blended mixture from the blender over the dry ingredients in the bowl
- Mix gently with a whisk or spatula until all ingredients are well combined and the batter is smooth, without any lumps of flour
- Grease a cake pan with butter and dust it with sugar
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean
Observations
This carrot cake is a staple in Brazilian households, cherished for its incredibly fluffy texture, subtle sweetness, and the vibrant orange hue provided by the carrots. Using pantry-friendly ingredients, it is the ideal choice for those seeking a comforting, homemade treat that is as practical as it is delicious.
The straightforward preparation makes it accessible even for kitchen beginners, ensuring a consistently impressive result. Serve it in generous slices alongside a cup of coffee or as a dessert, optionally topped with a rich chocolate glaze.
The straightforward preparation makes it accessible even for kitchen beginners, ensuring a consistently impressive result. Serve it in generous slices alongside a cup of coffee or as a dessert, optionally topped with a rich chocolate glaze.
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