Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Brazilian Carrot Cake, a moist and vibrant dessert that beautifully marries the natural sweetness of carrots with a luscious chocolate glaze. This cake stands out not only for its stunning orange hue but also for its versatility, making it an ideal centerpiece for birthday celebrations, family gatherings, or an afternoon treat at home. With its straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can create this crowd-pleaser. Each bite offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ensuring that everyone will leave wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chopped raw carrots
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1¾ cups white sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp corn syrup
- 2 –3 tbsp milk (optional, to thin glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Blend carrots, eggs, and oil until smooth.
- Add sugar to the carrot mixture and pulse to combine.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures gently until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 15 minutes before glazing.
- Melt chocolate chips, butter, and corn syrup in a double boiler or microwave; add milk as needed for consistency.
- Pour glaze over the cake while warm; let set before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg