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Decadent Brazilian Carrot Cake with Creamy Chocolate & Carrot Frosting

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A rich and moist Brazilian carrot cake topped with a creamy chocolate and carrot frosting. Perfect for any occasion!

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 200g dark chocolate, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a blender, blend the grated carrots, oil, sugar, and eggs until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  6. In a saucepan, melt dark chocolate and heavy cream together until smooth for the frosting.
  7. Let the cake cool, then frost it with the chocolate mixture.
  8. Chill for a bit before serving for a better texture.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • Serve chilled for best results.
  • Author: olivia RECIPES
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Brazilian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg