Brazilian recipe
Carrot Cake with Chocolate Frosting
Carrot cake is an affectionate classic of Brazilian cuisine, loved for its fluffy texture and simple blender preparation.
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter
2 1/2 cups cake flour
3 medium carrots, grated
4 large eggs
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup full cream milk
1 cup white sugar
2 cups white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 cup sunflower oil
2 1/2 cups cake flour
3 medium carrots, grated
4 large eggs
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup full cream milk
1 cup white sugar
2 cups white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 cup sunflower oil
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients can typically be found at most grocery stores and supermarkets.
Preparation method
- In a blender, liquidise the carrots, eggs, and oil until smooth
- Add 2 cups of sugar to the mixture and blend for another five minutes to ensure the batter is perfectly smooth
- Pour the creamed mixture into a mixing bowl
- Gradually incorporate the cake flour, stirring well
- Add the baking powder and gently fold in with a spoon so the cake rises evenly
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake tin
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted comes out clean
- While the cake is baking, prepare the icing in a saucepan
- Add the butter, cocoa powder, 1 cup of sugar, and milk
- Place over medium heat, stirring constantly, until you reach a creamy consistency
- Remove the cake from the oven and pour the hot icing over it while it is still warm
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving
Observations
This is the traditional recipe everyone loves, with a vibrant batter and the classic chocolate frosting that perfectly finishes the dessert.
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