Carrot Cake
Description
The baking is simple and quick. Carrot cake is usually delicious but boring. I suggest making not just an ordinary carrot cake, but a real festive dessert. This recipe will definitely change your idea of what it can be. Serve cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
This is not exactly a simple carrot cake recipe, but all the effort is worth it, as the taste of this dessert will delight both adults and children. 1. Wash, peel, and grate the carrots finely. It's best to use kitchen appliances such as a food processor or blender.
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Step 2
2. Beat the eggs with sugar. Gradually add the oil, continuing to beat. 3. Sift the flour together with the baking powder and cinnamon (or vanilla). 4. Gradually add the flour mixture to avoid lumps forming in the batter.
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Step 3
5. Chop the nuts slightly, and soak the raisins in hot water for about 5 minutes. 6. Mix together the coconut flakes, carrots, raisins, and nuts.
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Step 4
7. Add the filling to the dough and mix thoroughly (can be done in a blender). 8. Pour into 3 baking pans or divide into 3 portions and bake one at a time. Baking time for the cake layer is about 40-50 minutes. Bake over low heat until done.
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Step 5
9. To prepare the cream, beat the cottage cheese or cream cheese with butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar (amount depends on taste preferences) and lemon juice.
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Step 6
10. Remove the baked cake layers from the oven and let them cool slightly in the pan. Once the edges begin to pull away easily, you can take the layers out. Spread one-third of the cream over the cooled cake layer, carefully covering the entire surface. Place the second layer on top and spread with cream again. Cover the top layer with the remaining cream and, if desired, decorate with nuts, raisins, or coconut flakes. A homemade carrot cake can also be prepared with chocolate glaze, custard cream, or condensed milk.