Carrot and Orange Yoghurt Drizzle Cake

A quick microwave carrot cake topped with a zesty Greek yoghurt icing and fresh mint garnish.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1395.2 kcals 1395.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 172.5 grams 172.5 grams
Fat 65.8 grams 65.8 grams
Protein 33.4 grams 33.4 grams
Cook Time
7 mins
Produces
1 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
Dairy
1
piece
Egg
Free-range
55
g
Butter
Softened, plus extra for greasing
Fruits
1
piece
Orange
Zest only
1
piece
Orange
Zest only
NutsSeeds
1
sprig
Mint
Fresh, to garnish
Vegetables
2
piece
Carrot
Peeled and grated

Steps

  • Place egg, 55g butter, flour, caster sugar, orange zest, and grated carrots into a food processor.
  • Blend ingredients briefly until just combined without overmixing.
  • Grease a 600ml pudding basin with butter.
  • Spoon mixture into the basin and smooth the surface with a wet palette knife.
  • Cover basin with cling film and microwave on high for 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Allow cake to cool before loosening edges and turning out onto a plate.
  • Combine yoghurt, icing sugar, and orange zest in a bowl.
  • Drizzle icing over the cake and garnish with mint.