Description
This Decadent Brazilian Carrot Cake with Creamy Chocolate & Carrot Frosting is a stunning twist on the classic dessert. Made with pureed carrots for an ultra-moist texture and layered with a rich, silky frosting that fuses sweetened condensed milk, cocoa, and even more carrots — this cake is as eye-catching as it is indulgent. It’s the perfect easy recipe for celebrations, dinner ideas, or a quick breakfast treat turned special. A bold choice for lovers of vibrant food ideas and easy desserts that deliver big flavor.
Ingredients
3 large carrots peeled and chopped
3 large eggs
1 cup neutral oil
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup grated carrot
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Add the carrots, eggs, and oil to a blender. Blend until completely smooth and velvety.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add vanilla to the carrot mixture if using.
3. Pour the blended mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans. Divide and pour in the batter evenly.
5. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
6. In a saucepan, combine condensed milk, cream, grated carrot, cocoa, butter, and salt. Stir over medium heat until thickened, about 8–10 minutes.
7. Let the frosting cool completely before using. Place one cake layer on a plate, frost, then add the second layer and frost the top and sides.
8. Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
This cake tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop.
Puree the carrots thoroughly for the perfect cake texture.
Chill the frosting slightly before piping or decorating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Brazilian carrot cake, easy recipe, dinner ideas, food ideas, chocolate frosting