Carrot and almond cake, a classic cake that is light, soft, moist, and always delicious. It is a perfect dessert for everyday breakfast, to accompany a good cup of tea, for a snack, when you crave something simple and good.
Make sure the carrots are very fresh and sweet because aged carrots are often very bitter, and because with their sweetness, we can limit the amount of sugar added to the recipe. You can also use whole wheat flour and brown sugar if you prefer a more rustic product on the palate.
Let’s get to work and prepare the carrot and almond cake together.
If you’re looking for other desserts with dried fruit, here’s some other delicious ideas.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 8
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for preparing the carrot and almond cake
- 9 oz carrots (cleaned)
- 3.5 oz almonds
- 1.2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.4 cups potato starch
- 0.6 cups sugar
- 3 eggs
- 6 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 packet baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Tools for preparing the carrot and almond cake
- Food Chopper
- Electric Whisk
- Cake Pan 8 inches
Steps for preparing the carrot and almond cake
First, clean the carrots and take the necessary weight. Cut them into pieces in a food chopper with the almonds and blend everything together.
In a bowl, break the whole eggs. Beat them with an electric whisk, gradually adding the sugar and then the oil in a stream. When they are well foamed, add flour, starch, and sifted baking powder, almonds, and chopped carrots, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until you have a homogeneous mixture.
Line a springform pan with a diameter of 8 inches with parchment paper. Pour in the mixture and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 40-45 minutes.
Storage
You can store the cake for 3-4 days under a glass dome.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What can I use instead of almonds?
You can use any dried fruit you prefer such as walnuts and hazelnuts.
What other flavor can I use?
Citrus zest will go perfectly.
