Vegan Bolo de Cenoura (Brazilian Carrot Cake)
Discover the vibrant and irresistible flavors of Vegan Bolo de Cenoura, a plant-based twist on the classic Brazilian carrot cake! This crowd-pleasing dessert features a soft, moist crumb thanks to the natural sweetness of fresh carrots, blended to perfection with plant-based milk and vegetable oil. Lightly spiced with a hint of vanilla and topped with a luxurious vegan chocolate glaze made from cocoa powder, this cake is a symphony of rich, comforting flavors in every bite. Perfect for gatherings or a mid-week treat, this easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just an hour and is naturally dairy-free and egg-free, making it a guilt-free indulgence everyone can enjoy. Whether you're craving a slice of Brazilian-inspired dessert or looking for an approachable vegan cake recipe, this Bolo de Cenoura is guaranteed to delight! Keywords: Brazilian carrot cake, vegan dessert, plant-based cake, chocolate glaze, easy vegan baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams carrots
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 120 milliliters vegetable oil
- 120 milliliters plant-based milk
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 15 grams baking powder
- 5 milliliters vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 20 grams cocoa powder
- 100 grams powdered sugar
- 20 grams vegan margarine
- 20 milliliters water
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Peel and chop the carrots into small pieces. Add them to a blender along with the sugar, vegetable oil, and plant-based milk. Blend until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Pour the blended carrot mixture into the dry ingredients. Add the vanilla extract.
Gently fold the ingredients together using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 to 40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the chocolate glaze by adding cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vegan margarine, and water in a small saucepan.
Place the saucepan over low heat and stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes in the pan.
Pour the warm chocolate glaze over the slightly cooled cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Allow the cake to cool completely, then slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.9 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 229 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 161 mg | 3% | |
*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.
