Description
This Brazilian Carrot Cake with Chocolate Glaze is a delightful dessert combining sweet carrots and rich chocolate. Its easy preparation and irresistible flavor make it a perfect treat for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium carrots (peeled and roughly chopped (about 10–11 oz))
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (one 14 oz can)
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Blend the peeled and chopped carrots, eggs, vegetable oil, and granulated sugar until completely smooth and bright orange.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine the blender mixture with the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined without overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 24-28 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- In a saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and unsalted butter over medium heat, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Add evaporated milk and simmer, stirring for another 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in dark chocolate chips until melted and glossy.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before pouring the warm glaze on top, then add chocolate sprinkles, cooling completely before slicing.
Notes
For a richer glaze, use high-quality dark chocolate chips.
This cake can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Feel free to customize the sprinkles to match your occasion!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg