Carrot Cake – Karottenkuchen

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 3
Amazing Carrot Cake Recipe to Satisfy Your Sweet Cravings
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

250 g carrots , shredded
200 g brown sugar
1 vanilla bean ( scrapings )
200 g melted butter
250 g roasted hazelnuts ( ground )
50 g flour
4 -5 eggs ( separated )
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 pinch cinnamon
1 teaspoon lemon zest ( i prefer orange ) or 1 teaspoon orange zest ( i prefer orange )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
517
Sugar
39g
Fat
34g
Carrot cake is a classic dessert that is loved by many for its sweet, moist and fragrant qualities. It's a great way to use up leftover carrots and indulge in a little sweetness at the same time. This recipe takes the traditional carrot cake to the next level with a delicious hazelnut frosting that complements the flavors and textures of the cake. Whether you're looking for a treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or a dessert to serve at your next dinner party, this carrot cake is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking tin with a little butter.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.
3.Fold in the shredded carrots, flour, baking powder and cinnamon until well combined.
4.In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
5.Gently fold the egg whites into the cake mixture until just combined.
6.Pour the mixture into the prepared baking tin and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7.Once done, let the cake cool down before removing it from the tin and transferring it onto a wire rack to completely cool down.
8.In the meantime, melt the butter in a small saucepan and stir in the orange zest (or lemon zest, if using) and ground hazelnuts.
9.Spread the hazelnut frosting over the top of the cooled cake and serve.

PROS

This carrot cake is incredibly moist and flavorful, thanks to the shredded carrots and fragrant spices.

The hazelnut frosting adds a lovely nutty flavor and creamy texture to the cake.

This recipe is also relatively easy to make and great for novice bakers.

CONS

Carrot cake contains a lot of sugar and butter, which can make it high in calories and fat.

While the cake itself does contain some vegetables, it’s still considered a dessert and should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this cake is not the healthiest option, it does contain some beneficial nutrients, such as vitamins A and K, as well as fiber from the carrots.
The ground hazelnuts used in the frosting are also a good source of healthy fats and protein.

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