Best 11 Carrot Zucchini Cake Recipes

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**Carrot Zucchini Cake: A Delightful Treat for Every Occasion**

If you're looking for a moist, flavorful, and nutritious cake that's perfect for any occasion, look no further than this carrot zucchini cake. This delectable cake is packed with grated carrots and zucchini, giving it a tender crumb and a vibrant orange-green hue. With a sweet and tangy cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. But that's not all. This article presents a collection of carrot zucchini cake recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and tastes. From a gluten-free version to a vegan option, and even a low-carb rendition, there's a perfect recipe for everyone to enjoy this delightful treat. So, get ready to indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures with these enticing carrot zucchini cake recipes.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI CARROT CAKE



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I found this recipe in a cookbook and made some changes to it. My husband likes to have it for his birthday cake. We live with my husband's family on a 27,000-acre ranch in the mountains and raise cattle, grain and hay.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 large eggs
2 cups sugar
1-1/3 cups vegetable oil
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups finely shredded carrots
2 cups finely shredded zucchini
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
5 cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Whole or chopped pecans or walnuts for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl beat eggs and sugar until frothy. Gradually beat in oil. Combine dry ingredients; add to batter. Beat 4 minutes. Stir in carrots, zucchini and nuts. Pour into three greased 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for about 35 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans. Cool thoroughly on a wire rack. , For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter in a large bowl until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla. Continue beating until sugar is dissolved. Spread between the layers and over the top and sides of the cake. Garnish with whole or chopped nuts if desired.

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CARROT-ZUCCHINI CAKE



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Using both carrots and zucchini gives this cake a unique flavor. Very moist and very tasty! Decorate with maraschino cherries.

Provided by Lori O'Neill Harpel

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup white sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 ½ cups vegetable oil
4 large eggs eggs
1 cup grated carrot
1 cup grated zucchini
½ cup honey
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  • Mix sugar, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda in a bowl.
  • Combine oil, eggs, carrots, and zucchini in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer on low speed until well blended. Beat in honey. Stir in sugar mixture gradually; beat on medium speed until batter is smooth, about 3 minutes.
  • Divide batter evenly among prepared cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool in the pans for 5 minutes. Invert onto a wire rack; allow to cool completely, about 25 minutes.
  • Combine confectioners' sugar, pineapple, cream cheese, walnuts, butter, and vanilla extract in a large bowl; beat until frosting is smooth. Spread over cooled cakes and stack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 740.4 calories, Carbohydrate 86.7 g, Cholesterol 92.7 mg, Fat 42.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 413.8 mg, Sugar 68.8 g

ZUCCHINI CARROT CAKE



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An extremely moist cake that I guarantee will become your absolute favorite zucchini cake! I got this recipe many years ago from a local hometown newspaper that used to run a special section once a year with recipes submitted by local residents.

Provided by food snob mom

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups oil (like canola or corn oil)
4 eggs
3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups grated zucchini
1 1/2 cups grated carrots

Steps:

  • Beat eggs, sugar and oil.
  • Add sifted dry ingredients, zucchini, carrots, nuts and vanilla.
  • Pour into a greased Bundt pan. Bake at 350 deg. for 45 min to 1 hour. The top will be golden and may crack a little -- that's okay!
  • Let cool and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

ZUCCHINI CARROT SPICE CAKE



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My family adores sweets, and I like to serve treats like this that are good for them, too. The cake is spiced just right and has a creamy marshmallow topping spiked with orange juice and vanilla. -Layla Payton, Midwest City, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1-1/2 cups shredded carrots
1/2 cup shredded zucchini
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 egg whites
1-1/3 cups sugar
FROSTING:
1 carton (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marshmallow creme
1 teaspoon orange juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Gradually add the buttermilk, applesauce, carrots, zucchini and vanilla. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into batter., Pour into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, marshmallow creme, orange juice and vanilla just until combined. Frost cake.

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APPLE, CARROT, OR ZUCCHINI CAKE



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This is a terrific cake--it can be made with apples, carrots, or zucchini! Serve with whipped cream. Add some cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves to the whipped cream for a lightly spicy treat!!

Provided by Carla A.

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups peeled, cored and shredded apple
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
½ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 X 13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, blend the sugar with the eggs. Add the oil, and mix well. Mix in flour, spices, salt, and baking soda. Stir in the nuts and the apples, carrots, or zucchini. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake for 40 minutes. Serve warm or cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 277.5 mg, Sugar 25.4 g

ZUCCHINI WALNUT CARROT CAKE



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This zucchini carrot cake is a tasty breakfast alternative.

Provided by MWOOLF

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups evaporated cane sugar
2 cage-free eggs
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
½ cup canola oil
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large carrot, peeled and shredded
1 large zucchini, shredded
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Cream sugar and eggs together in a large bowl. Mix in applesauce and oil.
  • Whisk whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in a bowl; add to egg mixture. Fold in carrot, zucchini, and 1 cup walnuts. Spread in the prepared pan. Sprinkle with remaining walnuts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 291.2 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

SHEET PAN ZUCCHINI CARROT CAKE



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This sheet pan cake with zucchini, carrots, and coconut is incredibly moist since it is soaked with freshly squeezed orange juice right after baking. Make sure you squeeze out most of the liquid of the vegetables, otherwise the cake will get too moist.

Provided by Lena

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded coconut
6 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 ⅛ cups unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 ¼ cups white sugar
4 teaspoons vanilla sugar
6 eggs
2 ¼ cups finely grated zucchini, excess moisture squeezed out
2 ¼ cups finely grated carrots, excess moisture squeezed out
4 tablespoons milk, or more as needed
1 large orange, juiced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a large, rimmed baking sheet with butter.
  • Combine flour, coconut, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  • Combine butter, sugar, and vanilla sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until very smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, and beating well after each addition. Fold in zucchini and carrots.
  • Stir in flour mixture alternately with milk until batter is well combined. Spread onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Pour orange juice over warm cake immediately after removing from the oven, so it can soak up the liquid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 76.8 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 189.2 mg, Sugar 15 g

CARROT AND ZUCCHINI CHOCOLATE CAKE



Carrot and Zucchini Chocolate Cake image

Make and share this Carrot and Zucchini Chocolate Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h12m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups flour
2 cups sugar
1/4 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups grated carrots
1 1/2 cups grated zucchini
1 cup salad oil
4 large eggs

Steps:

  • In lg.
  • bowl mix all dry ingredients.
  • Stir in carrots and zucchini.
  • In small bowl beat eggs, add oil, add to dry mixture and stir to moisten well.
  • Bake in greased 9x13 pan for 55-60 minutes at 325F degrees.

ZUCCHINI-CARROT CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



Zucchini-Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting image

This recipe is good to have around when zucchinis are growing out of control in your garden (it happens!). Who would have thought a cake could taste so good with VEGETABLES in it?! LOL

Provided by Jamie Lynne

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 eggs
1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups sifted flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins
2 cups grated zucchini
1 medium carrot, grated
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) container non-dairy whipped topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Beat eggs lightly in large bowl.
  • Add oil, sugar, and vanilla.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt together.
  • Gradually add to egg mixture until well blended.
  • Stir in raisins. zucchini and carrots.
  • Bake in a 10-inch tube pan for one hour or until center springs back when lightly touched.
  • Cool in pan for 20 minutes, then remove to wire rack.
  • When completely cool, frost with cream cheese frosting.
  • Cream Cheese Frosting:.
  • Bring cream cheese to room temperature or use soft Philadelphia Cream Cheese.
  • Add to container of non-dairy whipped topping until well blended.

ZUCCHINI (OR CARROT) CAKE WITH LEMON FROSTING



Zucchini (Or Carrot) Cake With Lemon Frosting image

Make and share this Zucchini (Or Carrot) Cake With Lemon Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/4 cups buttermilk baking mix (Bisquick)
2 cups zucchini or 2 cups carrots, shredded
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon clove
2 tablespoons butter, soft
1/4 cup milk (use 1/3 cup if making carrot version)
2 eggs
1 cup raisins
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter, soft
1/2 teaspoon lemon rind, freshly grated
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease and flour a 9 x 9-inch pan.
  • Blend all cake ingredients except raisins on low speed for 1/2 minute.
  • Beat on medium speed 2 minutes.
  • Stir in raisins.
  • Pour into pan.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until tests done.
  • For frosting, beat all frosting ingredients until smooth and fluffy.
  • Frost when cake is fully cooled.
  • Keep refrigerated.

CARROT ZUCCHINI CAKE



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Hope you enjoy this recipe with carrots and zucchini grated in it and a cream cheese frosting ~ mmm

Provided by Carol Junkins

Categories     Cakes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 eggs
1 c carrots, grated
1 c sugar
1 c zucchini, grated
2/3 c oil
1/4 c coconut, shredded
3/4 c flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
3/4 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
ICING INGREDIENTS
1 1/4 pkg cream cheese
1/4 c butter
1 tsp orange rind, grated
2 c powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. CAKE: Preheat oven to 350 and grease and flour 9\" pan.
  • 2. Beat eggs with sugar until frothy; gradually beat in oil.
  • 3. Combine dry ingredients, add to first mixture in large bowl and beat together until mixed (batter will be thick).
  • 4. Add carrots, zucchini and coconut; beat, then pour into pan.
  • 5. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes; frost when cool.
  • 6. ICING: Beat cream cheese (room temperature) and butter together until creamy.
  • 7. Beat in icing sugar, vanilla and orange rind until creamy; spread.

Tips:

  • Grate the zucchini and carrots finely: This will help them blend into the cake batter evenly and prevent large chunks from forming.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of the cake.
  • Don't overbake the cake: A toothpick inserted into the center of the cake should come out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This carrot zucchini cake is a delicious and moist cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you frost it with cream cheese frosting, chocolate ganache, or a simple glaze, this cake is sure to be a hit.

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