Description
If you’re looking for a stunning dessert that blends color, flavor, and indulgence, this Decadent Brazilian Carrot Cake with Creamy Chocolate & Carrot Frosting is the answer. It’s a vibrant twist on the traditional Brazilian favorite, with ultra-moist carrot sponge, a rich chocolate glaze, and a unique carrot frosting that adds extra depth. Whether you’re searching for quick breakfast ideas, unique dinner party desserts, or easy food ideas for special occasions, this easy recipe delivers on all fronts — bold in taste, gorgeous in presentation, and unforgettable in every bite.
Ingredients
3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
3 large eggs
3/4 cup neutral oil (canola or sunflower)
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dark chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
3 tablespoons butter (for chocolate frosting)
1/2 cup carrot puree (for frosting)
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
2 to 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
1. Peel and chop the carrots, then blend them with eggs and oil until completely smooth.
2. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Pour the carrot mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), grease and line two 8-inch cake pans, divide batter evenly, and bake for 30–35 minutes.
5. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
6. For the chocolate frosting, melt butter, sweetened condensed milk, and dark chocolate over medium heat until smooth. Let cool.
7. For the carrot frosting, beat carrot puree, softened butter, and powdered sugar until fluffy. Chill if too soft.
8. Place one cake layer on a plate, spread carrot frosting, then top with second layer and frost the top.
9. Drizzle chocolate frosting over the top and decorate as desired.
10. Chill for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use room-temperature eggs and butter for smoother mixing.
Chill the frosting before piping for better structure.
Start checking your cake at 30 minutes to avoid overbaking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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