Decadent Carrot Cake with Brigadeiro Glaze

Decadent Carrot Cake with Brigadeiro Glaze

120 mins
medium
12 servings

A moist and flavorful carrot cake, topped with a rich, decadent brigadeiro glaze. Perfect for any occasion.

BrazilianBrigadeiroCarrot Cake

Equipment Needed

  • 9x13 inch Baking Pan
  • Grater
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 3.00 mediumCarrots(Grated)
  • 4.00 largeEggs
  • 0.50 cupVegetable Oil
  • 2.50 cupsAll-Purpose Flour(Sifted)
  • 2.00 cupsGranulated Sugar
  • 1.00 teaspoonBaking Powder
  • 0.50 cupMilk Chocolate(Powdered)
  • 1.00 tablespoonUnsalted Butter
  • 1.00 canCondensed Milk
  • 0.50 cupChocolate Sprinkles

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Grate carrots and combine with eggs, oil in a large bowl.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

3

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Estimated time: 35 minutes

6

While the cake bakes, prepare the brigadeiro glaze.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

7

In a saucepan, combine condensed milk, powdered chocolate, and butter.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

8

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the glaze thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

9

Pour the warm glaze over the cooled cake and sprinkle with chocolate sprinkles.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Let the cake cool completely before serving.

Estimated time: 15 minutes