Brazilian recipe
Classic Homemade Carrot Cake (Bolo de cenoura)
A timeless recipe for a soft, moist, and delicious carrot cake. Simple to prepare with everyday ingredients, this is the perfect treat for afternoon tea or dessert.
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Ingredients
3 large carrots (approximately 750g)
5 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 pinch of salt
2 cups granulated sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
5 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 pinch of salt
2 cups granulated sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh carrots, eggs, and all-purpose flour at local produce markets (such as those in Lilongwe or Blantyre) or larger supermarkets. Vegetable oil, sugar, and baking powder are standard pantry items available in any local grocery shop or 'general dealer' store.
Preparation method
- Peel and chop the carrots into small pieces.
- Place the oil, eggs, chopped carrots, and salt in a blender.
- Blend well until the mixture is completely smooth and homogeneous.
- Gradually add the sugar while continuing to blend until well incorporated.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together the sifted flour and baking powder.
- Pour the blended carrot mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl.
- Gently fold the mixture with a whisk or spatula until everything is combined into a smooth batter, ensuring there are no flour lumps.
- Grease a cake tin with butter and lightly dust with sugar.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 35-45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Observations
This carrot cake is a staple of Brazilian home baking, cherished for its light, fluffy texture, natural sweetness, and the vibrant golden hue provided by the carrots. Made with basic pantry staples, it is the ideal choice for anyone looking for a comforting, homemade treat that is both practical and consistently satisfying.
The straightforward method makes it accessible even to those new to baking, ensuring impressive results every time. Enjoy a generous slice alongside a warm cup of tea or serve it as a dessert, topped with a chocolate glaze if you prefer a richer finish.
The straightforward method makes it accessible even to those new to baking, ensuring impressive results every time. Enjoy a generous slice alongside a warm cup of tea or serve it as a dessert, topped with a chocolate glaze if you prefer a richer finish.
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