Casual Cafe Choco Carrot Cake
Indulge in the perfect fusion of decadence and comfort with this Casual Cafe Choco Carrot Cake—an elevated twist on the classic carrot cake. This recipe combines rich cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate chips with the natural sweetness of freshly shredded carrots, creating a moist and flavorful dessert that's both cozy and indulgent. Hints of warm cinnamon and optional chopped walnuts add depth and texture, while a touch of yogurt ensures a tender crumb. Ready in just an hour, this cake is ideal for casual gatherings or as a centerpiece for your coffee break. Serve it plain or topped with cream cheese frosting for an irresistible treat that rivals your favorite café's offerings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
- 1.5 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 3 Eggs
- 2 cups Shredded carrots
- 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
In another bowl, combine the vegetable oil, yogurt, vanilla extract, and eggs. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the shredded carrots, chocolate chips, and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve your Casual Cafe Choco Carrot Cake as is, or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream or cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5043 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.0 g | 341% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.5 g | 318% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 100.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 565 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 3608 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 684.1 g | 249% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 71.0 g | 254% | |
| Total Sugars | 393.5 g | ||
| Protein | 95.1 g | 190% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 691 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 40.5 mg | 225% | |
| Potassium | 3482 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
