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Carrot Cake: Bolo de Cenoura Americano

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 350
A moist and flavorful carrot cake with cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dried ingredients

  • 300 g sugar (cristal)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 250 mL vegetable oil
  • 10 mL vanilla extract
  • 400 g grated carrots (cleaned and grated)
  • 280 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 g ground ginger (about 1 teaspoon)
  • 3 g ground cinnamon (about 1 teaspoon)
  • 1 g refined salt (about 1/4 teaspoon)
  • 3 g baking powder (about 1/2 teaspoon)
  • 3 g baking soda (about 1/2 teaspoon)
  • 140 g heavy cream (35% fat)
  • 100 g refined sugar
  • 1 g refined salt
  • 10 mL vanilla extract (3-4mL essence)
  • 225 g cream cheese (chilled)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease and flour a 21x31cm (8x12 inch) baking dish.
  • Beat sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add grated carrots and mix well.
  • Stir in flour, ginger, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and baking soda until combined.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake at 180°C for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.

Notes

Ensure carrots are grated finely for best texture.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: carrot