Classic Bulgarian Carrot Cake (Morkovena Tortа)
Традиционно ястие · Bulgarian
A traditional Bulgarian carrot cake, known as Morkovena Tortа, featuring a moist, spiced cake base generously mixed with grated carrots and walnuts, topped with a rich, creamy cheese frosting. This version emphasizes authentic Bulgarian flavors and textures.
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Съставки
- Carrots300g
- All-purpose flour250g
- Sugar200g
- Eggs4
- Vegetable oil150ml
- Walnuts100g
- Baking powder1.5 tsp
- Cinnamon1 tsp
- Nutmeg0.5 tsp
- Salt0.5 tsp
- Cream cheese200g
- Butter100g
- Powdered sugar150g
Стъпки
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 24cm (9-inch) round cake pan.
- 2
Grate the carrots finely. Chop the walnuts coarsely.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- 4
Gradually whisk in the vegetable oil.
- 5
In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- 6
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 7
Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts.
- 8
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- 10
While the cake cools, prepare the frosting: Beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- 11
Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top. Garnish with extra chopped walnuts.
