Decadent Carrot Cake with Orange Glaze

Decadent Carrot Cake with Orange Glaze

60 mins
medium
8 servings

A moist and flavorful carrot cake, infused with the zest of orange and topped with a tangy orange glaze. Perfect for any occasion.

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Equipment Needed

  • 22cm Round Cake Pan
  • Electric Mixer (optional)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 300.00 gCarrots(Grated)
  • 200.00 gGranulated Sugar(For sweetness)
  • 150.00 mlVegetable Oil(For moisture)
  • 20.00 gAll-Purpose Flour(For structure)
  • 20.00 gCornstarch(For texture)
  • 1.00 mediumOrange Zest(For flavor)
  • 1.00 mediumOrange Juice(Freshly squeezed)
  • 100.00 gAlmonds(Chopped)
  • 3.00 largeEggs(Room temperature)
  • 1.00 tspCinnamon(Ground)
  • 16.00 gBaking Powder(For leavening)
  • 1.00 pinchSalt(For seasoning)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 22cm round cake pan.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Grate carrots and chop almonds.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

In a large bowl, combine grated carrots, almonds, orange zest, and oil. Mix well.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Add sugar, eggs, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until combined.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

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

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

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

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Stir in orange juice.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Pour batter into the prepared cake pan.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Estimated time: 40 minutes

10

Let cool completely before frosting with orange glaze.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

11

Serve and enjoy!

Estimated time: 5 minutes