Brazilian recipe
Classic Homemade Carrot Cake (Bolo de cenoura tradicional)
A classic recipe for a soft, moist, and vibrant carrot cake. Simple to prepare with everyday ingredients, it is the perfect treat for tea time 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
All ingredients can be found at local supermarkets, produce markets (for fresh carrots), and general grocery stores. Vegetable oil and all-purpose flour are pantry staples widely available in Zambian retail outlets.
Preparation method
- Peel the carrots and chop them 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 while continuing to blend until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, sift the all-purpose flour and mix it with the baking powder.
- Pour the blended liquid mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl.
- Mix gently with a whisk or spatula until all ingredients are well combined and the batter is smooth, without any flour lumps.
- Grease a cake pan with butter and dust it with sugar.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Observations
This carrot cake is a staple of Brazilian cuisine, beloved for its signature fluffy texture, gentle sweetness, and the vibrant golden color imparted by the 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 accessible even for beginners in the kitchen, ensuring a consistently impressive result. Serve in generous slices alongside coffee or as a dessert, topped with a chocolate glaze if desired.
The simplicity of the preparation makes it accessible even for beginners in the kitchen, ensuring a consistently impressive result. Serve in generous slices alongside coffee or as a dessert, topped with a chocolate glaze if desired.
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