Brazilian recipe
Homemade Traditional Carrot Cake (Bolo de cenoura)
A classic carrot cake that is soft, moist, and full of flavour. Simple ingredients and an easy method make it perfect for tea time or dessert.
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Ingredients
3 large carrots (approximately 750 g)
5 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 pinch salt
2 cups sugar
3 cups wheat flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
5 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 pinch salt
2 cups sugar
3 cups wheat flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
Look for the carrots, eggs, oil, sugar, flour, and baking powder in the fresh produce section, eggs aisle, baking aisle, and dry goods shelves at local supermarkets or neighborhood markets.
Preparation method
- Peel and chop the carrots into smaller pieces
- In a blender, add the oil, eggs, chopped carrots, and pinch of salt
- Blend well until you get a smooth, even mixture
- Add the sugar gradually, continuing to blend until incorporated
- In a separate bowl, mix the sifted wheat flour with the baking powder
- Pour the blended mixture from the blender over the dry ingredients in the bowl
- Gently fold with a whisk or spatula until everything is well combined and the batter is smooth, with no flour lumps
- Grease a baking tin with butter and dust with sugar
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 35-45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean
Observations
This carrot cake is a classic of Brazilian cuisine, loved for its fluffy texture, sweet flavour, and the vibrant colour that carrots bring. Made with affordable ingredients, it is the ideal choice for anyone looking for a comforting, practical homemade sweet for any occasion.
Its simple method makes it accessible even for beginner cooks, while still delivering a surprising result. Serve generous slices with coffee or as dessert, topped with chocolate icing if you like.
Its simple method makes it accessible even for beginner cooks, while still delivering a surprising result. Serve generous slices with coffee or as dessert, topped with chocolate icing if you like.
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