Carrot Spice Cake

10 servings

60 minutes

Carrot spice pie is a cozy European treat with a rich history. Originally, carrots were used in baking as a natural sugar substitute, especially valuable during times of sweet shortages. This pie delights with its tender texture, aromatic spices, and sweet juiciness of carrots. Prunes and raisins add depth of flavor, while cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger create a warm spicy composition. It is baked to a golden crust and can be served with delicate cream or light powdered sugar. Perfect for cozy family tea times or festive events, creating an atmosphere of comfort and enjoyment.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 375.9
• Proteins: 4.9g
• Fats: 11g
• Carbohydrates: 65.4g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Sugar: 400 g
• Butter: 100 g
• Carrot: 450 g
• Prunes: 50 g
• Cinnamon: 1 tsp
• Ground cloves: 1 tsp
• Light raisins: 100 g
• Nutmeg: 1 tsp
• Ground ginger: 1 tsp
• Slaked soda: pinch
• Wheat flour: 1 glass

Cooking steps

1. Whisk the eggs with 300 g of sugar until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Sugar: 400 g

2. Add melted butter while continuing to whisk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 100 g

3. Mix flour and finely grated carrot in a separate container.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1 glass
   • Carrot: 450 g

4. Add raisins, prunes, spices, and the remaining 100 g of sugar to the flour and carrot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Light raisins: 100 g
   • Prunes: 50 g
   • Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground cloves: 1 teaspoon
   • Nutmeg: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
   • Sugar: 400 g

5. Then mix both masses and add baking soda with lemon juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Slaked soda:  pinch

6. Bake at a temperature of 180–200 degrees for about 30–40 minutes.

7. Let it cool down a bit.

8. You can drizzle with whipped cream or sour cream mixed with sugar, or sprinkle with powdered sugar.