Casual Cafe Choco Carrot Cake

Indulge in the perfect fusion of decadence and comfort with this Casual Cafe Choco Carrot Cake—an elevated twist on the classic carrot cake. This recipe combines rich cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate chips with the natural sweetness of freshly shredded carrots, creating a moist and flavorful dessert that's both cozy and indulgent. Hints of warm cinnamon and optional chopped walnuts add depth and texture, while a touch of yogurt ensures a tender crumb. Ready in just an hour, this cake is ideal for casual gatherings or as a centerpiece for your coffee break. Serve it plain or topped with cream cheese frosting for an irresistible treat that rivals your favorite café's offerings.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
• 1.5 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Baking soda
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract
• 3 Eggs
• 2 cups Shredded carrots
• 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the vegetable oil, yogurt, vanilla extract, and eggs. Whisk until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded carrots, chocolate chips, and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve your Casual Cafe Choco Carrot Cake as is, or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream or cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1532.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5042.8

Total Fat 266.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.9g
Cholesterol 565.4mg	0%
Sodium 3608.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 684.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 71.0g	0%
Total Sugars 393.5g
Protein 95.1g	0%

Vitamin D 181.8IU	0%
Calcium 690.6mg	0%
Iron 40.5mg	0%
Potassium 3482.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 49.7%