Description
A delightful cake that combines the sweetness of carrots and oranges with a zesty kick from ginger, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120ml) freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 ½ cups (160g) finely grated carrots
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120ml) water
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, finely sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ginger.
- Cream together the butter and brown sugar in a large bowl until pale and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in orange zest and vanilla.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture alternately with orange juice. Fold in grated carrots.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, checking for doneness with a skewer.
- For the ginger syrup, combine sugar, water, and ginger in a saucepan, heat until sugar dissolves, then simmer for 3-4 minutes. Stir in orange juice and strain.
- Once the cake is baked, poke holes in the top and pour the warm ginger syrup over it. Allow to cool before serving.
Equipment
Acacia Wood Cake Stand with High Base – Optional Glass Cover
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- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing.
- This cake pairs well with tea or coffee.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Carrot Orange Cake, Ginger Syrup, Dessert, Baking