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Brazilian Carrot Cake

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Brazilian Carrot Cake (Bolo de Cenoura) is a light and moist cake made with fresh carrots and topped with a decadent chocolate glaze. Unlike traditional carrot cakes, this Brazilian version is airy and fluffy, offering the perfect balance of earthy sweetness from the carrots and indulgent chocolate. It’s a simple yet impressive dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the cake:

  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and chopped

  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 1/2 cups sugar

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the chocolate glaze:

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 4 oz semi-sweet or milk chocolate, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  • Prepare the cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

  • Blend the carrots: In a blender or food processor, blend the chopped carrots until smooth. You may need to scrape down the sides a few times to ensure even blending.

  • Make the batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the pureed carrots and mix until well combined.

  • Add dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

  • Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

  • Make the chocolate glaze: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove from the heat and add the chopped chocolate and butter. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the glaze is smooth.

  • Glaze the cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, pour the chocolate glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides of the cake. Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

If you prefer nuts in your cake, you can add chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for extra crunch.Spice it up by adding a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for a warm, spiced flavor.For a twist, try cream cheese frosting instead of the chocolate glaze. Both options are delicious!Add raisins or dried cranberries to the batter for extra sweetness and texture.

Find it online: https://cookibly.com/brazilian-carrot-cake/