Sweet Carrot Cake
6 servings
25 minutes
Sweet carrot cake is a tender, aromatic pastry that has become popular in British cuisine. Its history dates back to medieval England when carrots were used as a natural sugar substitute in desserts. The cake has a soft moist texture due to the grated carrots, and its balanced sweetness makes it an ideal choice for cozy tea time. The flavor harmoniously combines caramelized notes of sugar, a hint of spice from baking soda, and the tenderness of the batter, while decorations of chocolate glaze, bananas, and nuts add richness to the flavor profile. This dessert is suitable for both family gatherings and festive occasions, impressing with its simplicity and elegance.
1
Grate the carrot on a coarse grater.
- Carrot: 250 g
2
Mix all ingredients and pour into the mold.
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Wheat flour: 1 glass
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Baking soda reacted with acid: 1 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
3
Bake in a preheated oven until done, checking with a toothpick.
4
For decoration, you can use chocolate glaze, bananas, and nuts.
