A deliciously moist chocolate carrot cake that combines the sweetness of carrots with rich cocoa flavor, perfect for any occasion.

Chocolate Carrot Cake recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
40min
Total Time
50min

Ingredients

8 Servings
(1 serving = 1 slice)

Wet Ingredients

  • vegetable oil
    vegetable oil
    120mL
  • sugar
    sugar
    100g
  • egg
    egg
    1
  • vanilla essence
    vanilla essence
    5g

Dry Ingredients

  • wheat flour
    wheat flour
    65g
  • baking powder
    baking powder
    2g
  • baking soda
    baking soda
    1g
  • salt
    salt
    1g
  • cocoa powder
    cocoa powder
    30g
  • walnuts (optional)
    walnuts (optional)

Main Ingredient

  • medium-sized carrots
    medium-sized carrots
    4

How to make Chocolate Carrot Cake

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, egg, and vanilla essence until frothy and bubbly.

  2. Step 2

    Add the dry ingredients: wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Mix everything well.

  3. Step 3

    Grate the medium-sized carrots and fold them into the batter. Optionally, add walnuts.

Baking

  1. Step 1

    For air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 190°C for 3 minutes. Bake at 150°C for 30 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    For oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C for 5 minutes. Bake at 180°C for 35-40 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

94.6kcal (4.73%)

Protein

1.3g (2.62%)

Carbs

12.9g (4.71%)

Sugars

12.5g (25%)

Healthy Fat

6.8g

Unhealthy Fat

0.9g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure that the carrots are finely grated for better texture in the cake.

  2. You can substitute the vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.

  3. Check the cake for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.

FAQS

  1. Can I use other types of flour?

    Yes, you can use all-purpose flour or a gluten-free flour blend.

  2. How can I store the cake?

    Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

  3. Can I add other ingredients?

    Feel free to add nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits for added flavor and texture.

  4. Is this cake suitable for kids?

    Yes, this cake is a great treat for kids, especially with the hidden carrots!

  5. Can I make this cake vegan?

    You can substitute the egg with a flax egg or applesauce to make it vegan.

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