Description
A delightful Brazilian carrot cake, Bolo de Cenoura, featuring a moist texture and rich chocolate frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour your cake pan.
- Combine the grated carrots, sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil in a blender. Blend until you achieve a smooth mixture.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the carrot mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Add the milk and stir until everything is well combined.
- Transfer the batter to your prepared cake pan and bake for about 30 to 35 minutes. A toothpick should come out clean when the cake is done.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before generously frosting it with chocolate frosting.
- Serve alongside a steaming cup of coffee for a truly authentic Brazilian experience.
Notes
To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or refrigerate for about a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg