Dairy-Free Bolo de Cenoura (Brazilian Carrot Cake)

Discover the perfect balance of rich flavor and wholesome indulgence with this **Dairy-Free Bolo de Cenoura (Brazilian Carrot Cake)**, a modern twist on a beloved Brazilian classic. This moist, vibrant carrot cake comes together effortlessly with pantry staples like fresh carrots, vegetable oil, and all-purpose flour, and it’s completely dairy-free, making it ideal for those with dietary restrictions. The cake’s natural sweetness pairs beautifully with its velvety, dairy-free chocolate glaze made from cocoa powder, almond milk, and coconut oil. Ready in just about an hour, this easy recipe is perfect for celebrations, afternoon snacks, or a sweet treat any day of the week. Serve it as a show-stopping dessert and enjoy a taste of Brazil at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 medium, peeled and chopped carrots
• 3 units large eggs
• 0.75 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar (for glaze)
• 0.33 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or a round cake pan.

Step 2

In a blender, combine the chopped carrots, eggs, and vegetable oil. Blend until you have a smooth mixture.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4

Pour the carrot mixture from the blender into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 6

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

Step 7

While the cake is baking, prepare the chocolate glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cocoa powder, sugar, almond milk, and coconut oil.

Step 8

Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a gentle boil and the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 9

Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

Step 10

Pour the warm chocolate glaze over the cake, spreading evenly with a spatula to cover the entire surface.

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature, then slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1295.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4283.3

Total Fat 211.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 101.7g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 2926.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 599.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.6g	0%
Total Sugars 361.6g
Protein 57.0g	0%

Vitamin D 149.0IU	0%
Calcium 395.1mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 2042.8mg	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: 42.0%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 52.9%