--- title: "Carrot Sweet Cake (胡萝卜甜糕)" description: "Carrot Sweet Cake is a beloved winter dessert across India. Shredded carrots are slowly simmered with milk until reduced, then enriched with ghee and nuts for a dense, sweet, and golden-red treat. Rich in beta-carotene, calcium, and healthy fats, it is warming and nourishing." image: "https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/ai-generated/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao.jpg" url: "https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/" --- # Carrot Sweet Cake **胡萝卜甜糕 · hú luó bo tián gāo** > Time: 45 min · Difficulty: Medium · Calories: 374 kcal · Serves: 1 serving · Category: [Desserts](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/c/dessert/) (甜品) Carrot Sweet Cake is a beloved winter dessert across India. Shredded carrots are slowly simmered with milk until reduced, then enriched with ghee and nuts for a dense, sweet, and golden-red treat. Rich in beta-carotene, calcium, and healthy fats, it is warming and nourishing. ![](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/ai-generated/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao.jpg) ## Ingredients - 500 g Carrot (胡萝卜) — per serving - Tip: Red carrots are recommended for a more attractive color. - 500 ml Whole milk (全脂牛奶) — per serving - Tip: For a richer texture, you can substitute part of the milk with heavy cream. - 80 g Sugar (糖) — per serving - Tip: Adjust to 60g-100g based on personal taste. - 40 g Ghee (clarified butter) (酥油(Ghee)) — per serving - Tip: Can be substituted with butter. - 3 g Cardamom powder (小豆蔻粉) — per serving - Tip: Cardamom Powder, adds an exotic aroma. - 15 g Cashews (腰果) — per serving - Tip: Nuts add texture. - 15 g Almonds (杏仁) — per serving - Tip: Nuts add texture. - 15 g Raisins (葡萄干) — per serving - Tip: Adds a sweet and tangy flavor. ## Tools Grater, Heavy-bottomed pot, Small saucepan ## Method (12 steps) 1. **Prepare the Carrots** — Peel the carrots and shred them finely using a grater. - Duration: 5 min - Tip: Shredding finely gives a better texture. ![Step 1: Prepare the Carrots](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_1.jpg) 2. **Melt the Ghee** — Pour 20g of ghee (half the amount) into a heavy-bottomed pot and heat over medium heat until melted. - Duration: 1 min - Tip: A heavy-bottomed pot heats evenly and prevents scorching. ![Step 2: Melt the Ghee](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_2.jpg) 3. **Sauté the Carrots** — Add the shredded carrots and sauté for 3-5 minutes until they soften and release their aroma. - Duration: 4 min - Tip: Bringing out the carrot aroma is key. ![Step 3: Sauté the Carrots](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_3.jpg) 4. **Add the Milk** — Pour in 500ml of whole milk and stir to combine. - Duration: 30 sec ![Step 4: Add the Milk](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_4.jpg) 5. **Bring the Milk to a Boil** — Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat and maintain a gentle simmer. - Duration: 1 min - Tip: Watch closely to prevent boiling over. ![Step 5: Bring the Milk to a Boil](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_5.jpg) 6. **Slow-Simmer to Reduce** — Continue stirring for 25-30 minutes until the milk is almost completely absorbed and evaporated by the carrots. - Duration: 28 min - Tip: This is the most critical step—be patient and stir constantly to prevent scorching. ![Step 6: Slow-Simmer to Reduce](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_6.jpg) 7. **Add Sugar** — When there is almost no liquid left in the pot, add 80g of sugar and stir to combine. - Duration: 1 min - Tip: Adding sugar will release more liquid. ![Step 7: Add Sugar](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_7.jpg) 8. **Reduce Again** — After adding the sugar, continue sautéing over medium-low heat for 5-8 minutes until the moisture evaporates again. - Duration: 7 min - Tip: Cook until the moisture is gone and the texture is thick. ![Step 8: Reduce Again](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_8.jpg) 9. **Enhance the Aroma** — Add the remaining 20g of ghee and 3g of cardamom powder, and sauté for 2 minutes. - Duration: 2 min - Tip: Adding ghee at the end enhances the color of the finished dish. ![Step 9: Enhance the Aroma](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_9.jpg) 10. **Prepare the Nuts** — In another small saucepan, fry cashews, sliced almonds, and raisins separately in a small amount of ghee until golden (about 1 minute). - Duration: 1 min - Tip: Note that raisins will puff up. - Tip: Fry until golden. ![Step 10: Prepare the Nuts](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_10.jpg) 11. **Mix in the Nuts** — Fold half of the fried nuts and raisins into the Carrot Sweet Cake. - Duration: 30 sec ![Step 11: Mix in the Nuts](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_11.jpg) 12. **Plate and Garnish** — Plate the dish and sprinkle the remaining nuts and raisins on top as a garnish. - Duration: 30 sec - Tip: Carrot Sweet Cake can be served warm or cold. ![Step 12: Plate and Garnish](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao/step_12.jpg) ## Tips - Carrot Sweet Cake can be served warm or cold—each offers a unique flavor. - Using red carrots instead of orange ones produces a more attractive color. - For a richer texture, you can substitute part of the milk with heavy cream. - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. Microwave for 1 minute before serving. - This dessert is made in nearly every Indian household and is a staple at Diwali and weddings. ## Overview image ![Carrot Sweet Cake — ingredients and steps overview](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/overview/dessert_hu-luo-bo-tian-gao_overview.jpg) ## Source Recipe text from [HowToCook](https://github.com/Anduin2017/HowToCook), structured by [Vibe Cook](https://github.com/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend). Public domain (Unlicense). Original: https://github.com/Anduin2017/HowToCook/blob/master/dishes/dessert/胡萝卜甜糕.md ## Related recipes - [Deep-Fried Fresh Milk](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/dessert_zha-xian-nai/) - [Oreo Ice Cream](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/dessert_ao-li-ao-bing-qi-lin/) - [Sugar-Coated Taro](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/dessert_fan-sha-yu-tou/) - [Red Grapefruit Cake](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/dessert_hong-you-dan-gao/) --- ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"Recipe","name":"Carrot Sweet Cake","alternateName":"胡萝卜甜糕","description":"Carrot Sweet Cake is a beloved winter dessert across India. Shredded carrots are slowly simmered with milk until reduced, then enriched with ghee and nuts for a dense, sweet, and golden-red treat. 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