Brazilian recipe
Traditional Homemade Carrot Cake (Bolo de cenoura)
A classic, moist, and fluffy carrot cake recipe. Simple to make with basic pantry staples, this is an ideal treat for teatime or as a comforting dessert.
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Ingredients
3 large carrots (approx. 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
Find fresh carrots and eggs at your local neighborhood sabzi mandi or grocery store. All-purpose flour (maida), sugar, and vegetable oil are available at any general provision store or supermarket pantry aisle. Use standard baking powder found in the baking supplies section.
Preparation method
- Peel the carrots and chop them into smaller, manageable pieces.
- In a blender, combine the oil, eggs, chopped carrots, and the pinch of salt.
- Blitz thoroughly until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform.
- Add the sugar gradually to the blender, continuing to process until fully incorporated.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, sift the all-purpose flour and combine it with the baking powder.
- Pour the liquid mixture from the blender over the dry ingredients in the bowl.
- Gently fold the mixture using a whisk or spatula until just combined, ensuring the batter is smooth and free of any flour lumps.
- Grease a cake tin with butter and lightly dust with sugar.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake 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 hallmark of Brazilian home cooking, cherished for its light, sponge-like crumb, subtle sweetness, and the vivid, golden hue provided by fresh carrots. Prepared with accessible ingredients, it is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a reliable, comforting homemade bake that is as practical as it is delicious.
Its straightforward preparation makes it approachable even for kitchen novices, ensuring a consistently excellent result every time. Serve in generous slices alongside your favorite cup of tea, or elevate it with a smooth chocolate topping for an extra indulgent experience.
Its straightforward preparation makes it approachable even for kitchen novices, ensuring a consistently excellent result every time. Serve in generous slices alongside your favorite cup of tea, or elevate it with a smooth chocolate topping for an extra indulgent experience.
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