Carrot and Apple Squares
A healthy and vegan dessert made into small squares to serve easily. A cake made with a batter of apples, carrots, and orange juice, rich in vitamins and minerals that are good for our body. These carrot and apple squares are delicious, very simple, and quick to prepare!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 10/12
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter, Autumn
Ingredients for Carrot and Apple Squares:
- 3 cups apples
- 4 tbsps sugar
- ground cinnamon
- 3 carrots
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1 packet baking powder
- lemon zest
Steps
For preparing the carrot and apple squares watch the video HERE.
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Preparation of apples:
First, we need to wash, clean, and grate the apples. Put them in a saucepan and add sugar and a bit of cinnamon. Cook for about 15 minutes.
Stir occasionally. Let all the released liquid evaporate, then let it cool down.
Dough preparation:
In a bowl, put the grated carrots and cooled apples,
Add a bit of lemon zest, oil, orange juice (preferably freshly squeezed), water, and mix. Add some cinnamon,
Add the sugar, flour, baking powder, and mix well. Put the obtained mixture in a mold lined with baking paper. Spread and level it well then
bake at 350°F for about 40 minutes.
Enjoy your meal!
