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Brazilian Carrot Cake

Brazilian Carrot Cake

The ultimate comfort food, Brazilian Carrot Cake combines moist, sweet carrots with rich chocolate for a delightful treat. Perfect for any occasion, it's easy to make and even easier to crave. You won't want to miss out on this delicious cake tonight!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium carrots Peeled and chopped for blending.
  • 4 large eggs At room temperature for best results.
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Provides moisture and richness.
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar Enhances sweetness.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Gives structure to the cake.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps the cake rise.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Enhances overall taste.
  • 14 ounces canned sweetened condensed milk Key for the chocolate topping.
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Adds richness to the topping.
  • ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate Chopped or in chips for melting.
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk or cream Adjusts consistency of the topping.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9×13 inch (22×33 cm) pan with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped carrots, eggs, and vegetable oil. Blend until very smooth.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, sift together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and baking powder.
  4. Step 4: Pour the carrot mixture from the blender into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix well until the batter is smooth and uniform. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
  5. Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Step 6: Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a plate, or allow to cool completely if you want to frost the cake in the pan.
  7. Step 7: While the cake is baking, prepare the chocolate topping. In a small saucepan, combine the butter, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and milk.
  8. Step 8: Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
  9. Step 9: Once the cake is done and slightly cooled, pour the warm chocolate topping over the cake, covering the surface evenly. Allow the cake to cool completely and the topping to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Blending the carrots: Raw carrots might be difficult to blend with a regular blender. I suggest using a high-speed blender or a food processor for the smoothest cake batter.
  • Frost the cake while it’s slightly warm: This helps to keep the carrot cake moist.
  • Storage: Keep the cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.