Posted on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 in
Cake Recipes
Carrot Cake (Bolo de Cenoura)
Carrot cake (bolo de cenoura) recipe, a moist cake made with carrots, topped with a melted chocolate frosting.
| Preparation time | 15 min |
| Cooking Time | 40 min |
| Ready In | 55 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 8 |
Ingredients
4 raw carrots (peeled and sliced)3 eggs2 cups of sugar3 cups of all-purpose flour1 cup of vegetable oil1 tablespoon of baking powder7 oz or 200g of culinary chocolate1 tablespoon of butter
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Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a blender, add the carrots, eggs, and oil and blend everything very well.
- Pour the mixture into a bowl, add the sugar, and mix well using a whisk.
- Add the flour and baking powder and beat until you have a smooth mixture.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured pan and bake for 30 to 40 minutes.
- Check with a toothpick; once it comes out clean, remove the cake.
- Let it cool slightly and then remove it from the pan.
- Meanwhile, prepare the chocolate topping.
- Add butter to the chocolate, and melt in the microwave.
- Once the cake has cooled, spread the chocolate cream on top and decorate as desired.
Recipe & Photo Credit: Receitas de Portugal
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| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 8 |
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| Level of Difficulty | Moderate |
| Servings | 8 |
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| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
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