Peel and wash 2 beets. Cut them into quarters and place in a pot. Add enough water to cover and boil. (They are done when a fork pierces through easily.) Transfer the boiled beets to a food processor and blitz into very fine pieces.

Beet cake preparation

In a bowl, beat 3 eggs and 1.5 water glasses of granulated sugar together. Add 1 water glass of milk, 1 water glass of vegetable oil, the 2 boiled and processed beets, half a water glass of chopped walnuts, 1 packet of baking powder, 1 packet of vanilla, 1 dessert spoon of cinnamon, and as much flour as needed, then beat again.

Pour the prepared batter into a greased cake pan and bake in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F). Enjoy!

Pro Tips

Don't make the beet too watery or purée-like. We want air pockets in our cake, but the batter should not be overly wet.
When beating the granulated sugar with the eggs, wait until the mixture is well aerated — this is what gives the cake its wonderfully soft texture.
Due to the moisture content of the beets, the cake will have a slightly moist texture.
If you have a gluten intolerance, you can also try this cake with gluten-free flour.

About This Recipe

Native to the Mediterranean region, the beet belongs to the amaranth family. Red beet is a powerhouse of energy thanks to its rich mineral and vitamin content. Experts emphasize that all red-colored fruits and vegetables carry antioxidant properties — and these potent antioxidants are considered beneficial against a wide range of conditions, most notably cancer. Beet is a storehouse of vitamins A, B, C, and P, as well as phosphorus, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, and calcium. Beet leaves are also remarkably rich in vitamins and minerals.

The health benefits of beets are plentiful. For example, they can help prevent hair loss, eczema, psoriasis, hives, urticaria, and liver disease. They are also known to relieve itching throughout the body. Red beet, which also promotes healthy skin, protects us from cardiovascular disease. It has a strengthening effect on the digestive and excretory systems, aids digestion, eliminates constipation, and instantly relieves stomach pain and acid reflux. It supports regular liver function, and for this reason is said to reduce the risk of diabetes. It also prevents anemia and addresses iron deficiency.

Now, let's get to today's Beet Cake recipe — we're confident its color, flavor, and aroma will surprise you just as much as our Spinach Cake recipe did. Happy baking!