CARROT CAKE

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 250 g wheat flour
• 200 g brown sugar
• 150 ml vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 250 g grated carrot
• 50 g chopped walnuts
• 1 tsp cinnamon powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp
• 200 g cream cheese
• 50 g butter at room temperature
• 100 g icing sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla essence

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Grease a round mold and line the base with greaseproof paper.
3. Beat the eggs with the sugar until you obtain a fluffy and clear mixture.
4. Add the oil slowly while mixing, ensuring a homogeneous texture.
5. Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon, mixing gently until combined.
6. Add the grated carrot and walnuts, integrating evenly for even distribution.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a spatula for even baking.
8. Bake for 40–45 minutes, checking with a toothpick to make sure it comes out clean; The cake should have a golden color.
9. Let it cool completely before unmolding to prevent the frosting from melting.
10. Beat the cream cheese with butter, icing sugar and vanilla essence until you obtain a soft and creamy frosting.
11. Cover the cake with the frosting evenly, ensuring a smooth layer.
12. Decorate with walnuts or grated carrot to taste before serving, adding a visual and textural touch.