Ingredients
3 medium carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, sifted
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can (14 oz / 396g) sweetened condensed milk
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or rectangular cake pan.
Grate or roughly chop the carrots and transfer to a blender.
Add the vegetable oil to the blender and blend until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until well incorporated.
Pour the carrot-oil blend into the bowl and mix thoroughly.
Add the sifted flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract, and mix until a smooth batter forms.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake cools, prepare the chocolate frosting by combining the sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened cocoa powder in a bowl and stirring until smooth.
Once the cake has cooled slightly, spread the chocolate frosting over the top evenly.
Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
Ensure your carrots are fresh for best flavor.
For a smoother frosting, microwave the sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder for 1-2 minutes before mixing.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Cake Recipes & Easy Baking Ideas
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 60g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg