Description

Carrot Cake with Condensed Milk for Flag Day is a delightful dessert that combines the warm flavors of freshly grated carrots, aromatic spices, and sweet condensed milk. This moist cake is easy to prepare and brings back cherished memories of family gatherings. Perfect for celebrating Flag Day or indulging in a slice of happiness, this carrot cake will surely become a favorite at your table.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 cups grated carrots (fresh)
1 cup condensed milk
0.5 cup softened butter

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon.
In another bowl, mix grated carrots with condensed milk and melted butter until well combined.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Once cooled, beat softened butter with condensed milk until smooth and frost between layers and on top of the cake.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 53g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in walnuts or pecans. Enhance moisture by adding crushed pineapple or shredded coconut. Allowing grated carrots to sit with condensed milk for 30 minutes before combining can enhance sweetness.