Gorky Beet Cake
Delight your taste buds with the vibrant and indulgent Gorky Beet Cake—a showstopping dessert that combines earthy, naturally sweet beets with rich cocoa for a decadent flavor profile. This unique cake boasts a moist and tender crumb, thanks to the addition of fresh grated beets and creamy buttermilk in the batter. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, it’s the perfect balance of sweet and tangy in every bite. Whether you’re searching for a creative twist on classic chocolate cake or a visually stunning dessert to impress, this recipe delivers on all fronts. Easy to follow and ready in just over an hour, this beetroot cake is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their baking game. Perfect for gatherings or simply indulging with your morning coffee, the Gorky Beet Cake is guaranteed to wow your guests and keep them coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium beets
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
Wash and peel the beets, then grate them finely using a box grater or food processor. Set the grated beets aside.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easier release.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until light and fluffy. Add the oil, vanilla extract, and buttermilk, and whisk until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the grated beets until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, prepare the frosting by beating together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
Slice and serve your Gorky Beet Cake. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4903 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 246.3 g | 316% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.9 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 71.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 869 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 4961 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 669.1 g | 243% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 56.5 g | 202% | |
| Total Sugars | 397.9 g | ||
| Protein | 91.6 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 740 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 35.2 mg | 196% | |
| Potassium | 3677 mg | 78% | |
*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.
