Brazilian recipe
Traditional Homemade Carrot Cake
Classic recipe for a fluffy, moist, and delicious carrot cake. Easy to make with simple ingredients, perfect for an afternoon snack 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 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
Carrots, eggs, vegetable oil, salt, sugar, all-purpose flour, and baking powder can be found at most grocery stores and supermarkets. Butter is also readily available at grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Peel and chop the carrots into smaller pieces
- In a blender, add the oil, eggs, chopped carrots, and a pinch of salt
- Blend well until a smooth and homogeneous mixture is obtained
- Add the sugar gradually, continuing to blend until incorporated
- In a separate bowl, mix the sifted all-purpose flour with the baking powder
- Pour the blended contents from the blender over the dry ingredients in the bowl
- Gently mix with a whisk or spatula until all ingredients are well combined and the batter is homogeneous, with no flour lumps
- Grease a baking pan with butter and sprinkle with sugar
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean
Observations
This carrot cake is a classic of Brazilian cuisine, loved for its fluffy texture, sweet flavor, and the vibrant color that the carrots provide. Made with accessible ingredients, it's the ideal option for those looking for a comforting and practical homemade sweet for any occasion.
The simplicity of preparation makes it accessible even for kitchen beginners, guaranteeing a surprising result. Serve in generous slices as an accompaniment to coffee or as a dessert, decorated with a chocolate glaze, if desired.
The simplicity of preparation makes it accessible even for kitchen beginners, guaranteeing a surprising result. Serve in generous slices as an accompaniment to coffee or as a dessert, decorated with a chocolate glaze, if desired.
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