Gorky Beet Cake

Delight your taste buds with the vibrant and indulgent Gorky Beet Cake—a showstopping dessert that combines earthy, naturally sweet beets with rich cocoa for a decadent flavor profile. This unique cake boasts a moist and tender crumb, thanks to the addition of fresh grated beets and creamy buttermilk in the batter. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, it’s the perfect balance of sweet and tangy in every bite. Whether you’re searching for a creative twist on classic chocolate cake or a visually stunning dessert to impress, this recipe delivers on all fronts. Easy to follow and ready in just over an hour, this beetroot cake is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their baking game. Perfect for gatherings or simply indulging with your morning coffee, the Gorky Beet Cake is guaranteed to wow your guests and keep them coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 medium beets
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup buttermilk
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the beets, then grate them finely using a box grater or food processor. Set the grated beets aside.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easier release.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until light and fluffy. Add the oil, vanilla extract, and buttermilk, and whisk until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the grated beets until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

While the cake bakes, prepare the frosting by beating together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.

Step 12

Slice and serve your Gorky Beet Cake. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1690 grams (1690.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4903

Total Fat 246.30g	316%
Saturated Fat 92.90g	465%
Polyunsaturated Fat 71.10g
Cholesterol 869mg	290%
Sodium 4961mg	216%
Total Carbohydrate 669.10g	243%
Dietary Fiber 56.50g	202%
Total Sugars 397.90g
Protein 91.60g	183%

Vitamin D 218IU	1091%
Calcium 740mg	57%
Iron 35mg	196%
Potassium 3677mg	78%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 50.9%