Carrot Cake with Frosting
8 servings
60 minutes
Carrot cake with glaze is a cozy treat from Russian culinary tradition. Its tender, moist texture combines with the rich flavor of spices and the sweetness of carrots, creating a perfect balance. The addition of raisins gives the cake a light fruity note, while lemon zest refreshes its aroma. The glaze made from lemon juice and powdered sugar adds a subtle tartness, giving it elegance. This cake is perfect for family tea gatherings, festive feasts, or simply a cozy evening. Its preparation requires no complex skills, and the result consistently delights with its taste and festive appearance. This cake embodies home warmth and hospitality, capable of enchanting you from the very first bite.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Grease the pan with vegetable oil and line it with parchment.
2
Combine sugar, butter, and eggs, and lightly beat. Add grated carrot, raisins, and lemon zest. Mix flour, spices, and baking powder. Combine all ingredients. The dough should be soft and almost liquid.
- Sugar: 175 g
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Vegetable oil: 175 ml
- Carrot: 175 g
- Raisin: 100 g
- Lemon zest: 2 g
- Wheat flour: 175 g
- Baking powder: 10 g
- Ground cinnamon: 4 g
- Ground nutmeg: 4 g
3
Pour the batter into the prepared mold and bake for 40-45 minutes.
4
Glaze: whisk lemon juice and powdered sugar. It should be thick.
- Lemon juice: 40 ml
- Powdered sugar: 175 g
5
Place the pie on a plate and pour glaze over it.