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Brazilian Carrot Cake

Brazilian Carrot Cake: Moist, Chocolatey Bliss Awaits You

This Brazilian Carrot Cake combines sweet grated carrots and rich chocolate for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 cups Grated Carrots Freshly grated for best flavor
  • 1 cup Sugar Coconut sugar option for lower glycemic
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Can replace with melted coconut oil or applesauce
  • 4 large Eggs Aquafaba for vegan option
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free blend if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Use fresh for optimal results
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Rich chocolate flavor
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Dairy-free option available
  • 1/2 cup Butter Consider vegan butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds warmth
  • 1 cup Chocolate Sprinkles Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • cake pan
  • Spatula
  • saucepan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round cake pan and dust it with flour.
  2. Blend the grated carrots, sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
  4. Combine the wet and dry mixtures gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. In a saucepan, combine condensed milk, butter, and vanilla over low heat, stirring until thick.
  9. Whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth and glossy.
  10. Frost the completely cooled cake with the chocolate frosting.
  11. Garnish with chocolate sprinkles if desired, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.

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