Brazilian recipe
Traditional Homemade Carrot Cake (Bolo de cenoura)
A classic, light, and moist carrot cake recipe. Simple to whip up with everyday pantry staples, this is the perfect treat for afternoon tea or a cozy dessert.
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Ingredients
3 large carrots (approximately 750g)
5 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 pinch of salt
2 cups sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
5 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 pinch of salt
2 cups sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
You can source these ingredients at any local supermarket in Eswatini, such as Pick n Pay or Spar. Fresh carrots are best sourced from local greengrocers. If self-raising flour is preferred, you may use it as a substitute, though ensure to adjust the baking powder quantity accordingly.
Preparation method
- Peel and chop the carrots into smaller pieces
- In a blender, combine 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 well incorporated
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted all-purpose flour and baking powder
- Pour the blended mixture from the blender over the dry ingredients in the bowl
- Gently fold together using a whisk or spatula until all ingredients are well combined and the batter is smooth, ensuring no flour lumps remain
- Grease a cake pan with butter and dust lightly with sugar
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 35 to 45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean
Observations
This carrot cake is a staple in Brazilian households, cherished for its light, fluffy texture, sweet flavor, and the vibrant color derived from fresh carrots. Made with accessible ingredients, it is the ideal choice for those seeking a comforting, homemade treat that is practical for any occasion.
The simplicity of the preparation makes it approachable even for kitchen beginners, yielding impressive results every time. Serve in generous slices alongside a warm cup of coffee or as a dessert, topped with a chocolate glaze if desired.
The simplicity of the preparation makes it approachable even for kitchen beginners, yielding impressive results every time. Serve in generous slices alongside a warm cup of coffee or as a dessert, topped with a chocolate glaze if desired.
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