Red Basket Carrot Cake with Dark Chocolate Glaze
Chef Anna
This recipe is adapted from my Mom's Family Cookbook. This cake has a fabulous combination of carrot and orange married with a chocolate glaze.
The cake
- 2 1/2 c grated carrots
- 1/2 c avocado oil
- 1/4 c milk or orange juice
- 4 large eggs
- 1 c dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp Fiore di Sicilia essence King Arthur, or 1 tsp orange oil
- 2 c flour or 2 cups gluten-free flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
The Glaze
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 tbsp sugar
- 4 tbsp chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp cocoa
- 4 tbsp milk
Make the cake
Mix all 6 ingredients in a blender or mixer up to when you get a smooth glossy batter.
Transfer the batter to a bowl and add the 3 dry ingredients, mix well.
Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 35 - 45 minutes, or until the cake has is firm and golden brown.
Make the glaze
While the cake is cooling, mix all ingredients in a small pan on low heat until well mixed and glossy.
Spread evenly over the cooled cake.
Cut into squares and enjoy!