A traditional favorite in my family, Brazilian carrot cake is very different from the American version. The popular cake is topped with homemade chocolate frosting, and perfect to serve with a glass of milk or tea.
Ingredients
- 3 large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup cooking oil
- 2 cups white sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1 cup instant hot chocolate mix
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 cup white sugar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 9×13 baking dish.
Step 2
Place the carrots, eggs, and oil in a blender or bowl of a food processor. Process until carrots are finely chopped. Pour the carrot mixture into a mixing bowl. Stir in 2 cups sugar until well blended. Stir in the flour and baking powder; mix until well blended. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Step 3
Bake in preheated oven until top springs back when lightly touched, about 40 minutes.
Step 4
Meanwhile, make the icing by placing the butter, 1 cup sugar, instant hot chocolate drink mix, and milk in a pan. While stirring, heat to almost boiling over medium-high heat until mixture thickens. When the cake is done, remove from the oven and immediately spread the icing evenly over the top.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
---|---|
Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
Calories 529 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat23g | 29% |
Saturated Fat5g | 26% |
Cholesterol68mg | 23% |
Sodium232mg | 10% |
Total Carbohydrate78g | 28% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 5% |
Total Sugars59g | |
Protein6g | |
Vitamin C1mg | 6% |
Calcium119mg | 9% |
Iron2mg | 9% |
Potassium203mg | 4% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Powered by the ESHA Research Database ? 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved
source by allrecipe
Leave feedback about this