Portuguese carrot doughnuts

Who doesn't like traditional desserts! These delicious Portuguese carrot doughnuts are always welcome on festive occasions. Whether it's a birthday party, Easter and especially at Christmas time!

Portuguese carrot doughnuts on a plate

If you like this type of dessert, get your hands dirty and start making it now. They are simple, delicious and very simple to make! Have fun making them with your family! Bon appetit!!!

Portuguese carrot doughnuts on a plate

INGREDIENTS FOR PORTUGUESE CARROT DOUGHNUTS

Here you'll find all the ingredients needed to make this recipe:

  • All-purpose flour - Gives consistency to the dough.
  • Carrots - Adds flavor and color to the recipe.
  • Eggs - Provides structure and moisture.
  • Orange juice and orange zest - Adds a very nice fresh flavor.
  • Brandy - Adds an extra flavor to the doughnuts.
  • Granulated sugar - To sweeten and flavor.
  • Cinnamon stick and cinnamon powder - Ingredients that add flavor.
  • Vegetable oil - For frying.

Below you’ll find the correct measurement of all ingredients and the step-by-step guide for this recipe.

Portuguese carrot doughnuts on a plate

HOW TO MAKE PORTUGUESE CARROT DOUGHNUTS

Step 1: In a saucepan cook the peeled carrots in a little water with the cinnamon stick. When they are cooked reduce them to puree with a fork.

Step 2: In a bowl place the puree with the sugar, eggs, flour, orange zest, orange juice and brandy. Mix everything well with a spoon.

Step 3: Heat the oil in a skillet. With the help of a spoon, remove small portions of the mixture and fry them in hot oil.

Step 4: When they are fried place them on a platter over absorbent paper and let cool.

Step 5: Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon and serve.

Portuguese carrot doughnuts on a plate

Portuguese carrot doughnuts

Portuguese carrot doughnuts on a plate

Who doesn't like traditional desserts! These delicious Portuguese carrot doughnuts are always welcome on festive occasions. Whether it's a birthday party, Easter and especially at Christmas time!

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    Category:Desserts, Recipes
    Cuisine:
    Difficulty:
    Servings: 8 units
    Prep Time:10 m
    Cook Time:40 m
    Total Time:50 m

    Ingredients

    • 200 grams (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
    • 1 kg (2 1/4 pounds) carrots
    • 2 eggs
    • Juice of one orange
    • Zest of one orange
    • 50 ml (1/4 cup) brandy
    • 200 grams (about 1 cup) granulated sugar
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • Cinnamon powder for dusting
    • Sugar for dusting
    • Vegetable oil for frying

    Directions

    1. In a saucepan cook the peeled carrots in a little water with the cinnamon stick. When they are cooked reduce them to puree with a fork.
    2. In a bowl place the puree with the sugar, eggs, flour, orange zest, orange juice and brandy. Mix everything well with a spoon.
    3. Heat the oil in a skillet. With the help of a spoon, remove small portions of the mixture and fry them in hot oil.
    4. When they are fried place them on a platter over absorbent paper and let cool.
    5. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon and serve.
    Portuguese carrot doughnuts
    Nutrition facts
    Serves 8 units
    Per Serving:
    % DAILY VALUE
    Calories 258
    Total Fat 1.5 g(2%)
    Saturated Fat 0.5 g(2%)
    Cholesterol 41 mg(14%)
    Sodium 102 mg(4%)
    Total Carbohydrate 58 g(19%)
    Protein 5 g
     

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