Description
Bolo de Cenoura is a classic Brazilian carrot cake made with blended carrots and topped with a rich, glossy chocolate glaze. Moist, fluffy, and easy to make, it’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (for glaze)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk or plant milk
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a baking pan.
- Blend carrots, eggs, oil, and sugar until smooth.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add carrot mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes.
- While cake cools slightly, melt butter in a saucepan and stir in cocoa, milk, and powdered sugar to make the glaze.
- Pour warm glaze over cake. Let it set before slicing.
Notes
- Use fresh carrots for the brightest color and flavor.
- Blend the carrots well for a smooth texture.
- Let the cake cool slightly before glazing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: bolo de cenoura, Brazilian carrot cake, chocolate glazed carrot cake, easy carrot cake recipe