Brazilian Carrot Cake Recipe

Brazilian carrot cake, or "bolo de cenoura," is a delightful treat that has become a beloved classic in Brazilian cuisine. This cake is known for its moist and tender crumb, vibrant orange color, and rich, indulgent chocolate frosting. It's a perfect combination of sweet and slightly tangy, and it makes for a wonderful dessert or snack.

One of the things that make this cake so special is its use of fresh carrots. The carrots not only give the cake its beautiful color, but they also ad...

Ingredients

3 large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
4 eggs
1 cup cooking oil
2 cups white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 cup white sugar
1 cup instant hot chocolate mix
¾ cup milk

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Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 1 hr
Servings: 12
Yield: 12 servings

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 9x13 baking dish.

Place the carrots, eggs, and oil in a blender or bowl of a food processor. Process until carrots are finely chopped. Pour the carrot mixture into a mixing bowl. Stir in 2 cups sugar until well blended. Stir in the flour and baking powder; mix until well blended. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.

Bake in preheated oven until top springs back when lightly touched, about 40 minutes.

Meanwhile, make the icing by placing the butter, 1 cup sugar, instant hot chocolate drink mix, and milk in a pan. While stirring, heat to almost boiling over medium-high heat until mixture thickens. When the cake is done, remove from the oven and immediately spread the icing evenly over the top.

Nutrition

529 cal.

Total Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 68mg
Sodium: 232mg
Total Carbohydrate: 78g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Total Sugars: 59g
Protein: 6g
Vitamin C: 1mg
Calcium: 119mg
Iron: 2mg
Potassium: 203mg

How to Make Brazilian Carrot Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients

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Nutrition

529 cal.

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