Best 8 Casserole Carrot Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Carrot Cake Casserole, a harmonious blend of classic carrot cake flavors transformed into a comforting casserole. This delightful dish seamlessly merges the essence of carrot cake with the cozy warmth of a casserole, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds. Featuring a moist and tender crumb studded with grated carrots, aromatic spices, and a hint of nuts, this casserole captures the essence of carrot cake in every bite. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, it adds a layer of richness and sweetness, making each serving an irresistible treat. Whether you're a carrot cake enthusiast or simply seeking a unique and flavorful casserole, this recipe promises an unforgettable culinary experience.

This article provides two variations of the Carrot Cake Casserole: a Classic Carrot Cake Casserole and a Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Casserole. The Classic Carrot Cake Casserole follows the traditional recipe, ensuring an authentic carrot cake flavor. Alternatively, the Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Casserole caters to those with gluten sensitivities, offering a delicious and inclusive option. Both variations are detailed with easy-to-follow instructions, ensuring a hassle-free baking experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CASSEROLE CARROT CAKE



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I learned to make this yummy cake in a microwave cooking class more than 15 years ago. I keep cans of cream cheese frosting in the cupboard and usually have the rest of the ingredients on hand. It's nice to invite company for dinner at the last minute and have a great homemade dessert in no time. -Judie Arnold, East Peoria, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup canola oil
2 eggs
1-1/2 cups grated or finely chopped carrots (about 4 medium)
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1 can (16 ounces) cream cheese frosting

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Gradually beat in oil. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in the carrots, pineapple and pecans. Transfer to a greased 8-in. round microwave-safe casserole dish. , Microwave, uncovered, at 70% power for 9-11 minutes, or until a moist area about 1-1/2 in. in diameter remains in the center (when touched, cake will cling to your finger while area underneath will be almost dry). , Cool completely on a wire rack. Invert onto a serving plate. Frost cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 645 calories, Fat 33g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 86g carbohydrate (68g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CARROT CASSEROLE



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Great side dish for big meals. I make it every holiday and it's always a hit!

Provided by Jane

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups sliced carrots
3 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup cubed processed cheese
2 cups seasoned croutons
⅓ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add carrots and cook until tender but still firm, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan. Saute onions and stir in soup, salt, pepper and cheese. Stir in cooked carrots. Transfer mixture to prepared dish.
  • Toss croutons with 1/3 cup melted butter; scatter over casserole.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 60.7 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 909.3 mg, Sugar 7 g

CARROT CAKE FRENCH TOAST



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Butter, for greasing the baking dish
1 loaf crusty multigrain bread
1 1/2 cups grated carrots
1 cup finely chopped pecans
8 large eggs
2 cups milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
4 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of kosher salt
1 stick (8 tablespoons) cold salted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup chopped pecans
4 ounces cream cheese
3/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Warm pancake syrup, for serving

Steps:

  • For the French toast: Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter.
  • Tear the bread into chunks and evenly distribute in the baking dish. Sprinkle the carrots and pecans over the bread. Crack the eggs into a large bowl and whisk together with the milk, cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla and cinnamon. Pour the mixture into the baking dish. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and store in the fridge until needed (overnight preferably).
  • For the topping: Mix the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt in a bowl. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter until it resembles fine pebbles. Fold in the pecan pieces and store in a resealable plastic bag in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
  • For the glaze: Add the cream cheese to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and beat until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, milk and lemon juice and mix until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Keep in a small airtight bowl.
  • When you're ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Unwrap the baking dish with the French toast mixture, sprinkle with the topping and bake for 45 minutes for a softer, bread pudding-like texture or 1 hour for a firmer, more crisp texture.
  • Drizzle over the glaze. Scoop out individual portions and serve with warm pancake syrup.

CHEESY CARROT CASSEROLE



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Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup medium onion
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 pounds baby carrots or 12 large carrots, sliced into bite sized pieces
1 cup plain bread crumbs or ritz crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*F Grease a 9 x 13 casserole dish and set aside. Steam carrots until 1/2 way cooked. You want them to be soft enough to bite but still with a bit of a crunch. They'll finish cooking in the oven. As carrots are steaming, in a saucepan combine butter and onion. Cook until onions are soft and translucent. Add flour, salt, mustard and pepper and mix well to create a paste. Slowly add 1/4 cup of milk at a time whisking continually until all the milk has been added to pan. You are making a basic roux. The mixture will thicken quite a bit at first but slowly thin out. If you add all the milk at once you'll have a clumpy mess, so only add 1/4 cup at a time, whisking well. Cook for 5 minutes then turn off burner and add cheese. Mix well until cheese is melted and combined. When carrots are cooked half way, place carrots on the bottom of the casserole dish. Pour cheese mixture on top of carrots ensuring to cover carrots completely. Sprinkle bread crumbs or crushed Ritz crackers on top of sauce and bake for 25 minutes. Remove from oven and serve immediately.

GRANDMOTHER'S CARROT CASSEROLE



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Baby carrots are mixed with onions and cheese, topped with crumbled buttery round crackers. This is my grandmother's best Thanksgiving recipe.

Provided by LYNDAS

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds baby carrots
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
½ cup sugar
10 buttery round crackers, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the carrots and onion into a large saucepan and fill with about 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil, then steam over medium heat until carrots are tender enough to pierce with a fork, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sugar and cheese. Stir in the carrots and onion until evenly coated. Transfer to a casserole dish. Top with crumbled crackers.
  • Bake for 20 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until sauce is bubbly and the top is toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 38.1 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 522.1 mg, Sugar 25.8 g

THE BEST CARROT CASSEROLE EVER !



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Piccadilly Cafeterias, headquartered in Baton Rouge, La first created this recipe. Over the years it has become one of the most sought after recipes! It is an exceptional addition to your holiday table!

Provided by Koechin Chef

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs carrots, sliced
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
3 eggs, beaten
powdered sugar, for dusting top

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add carrots and cook until tender. Drain. Place into a large bowl and mash with the melted butter and dry ingredients. Add the eggs and vanilla and beat with a whisk to blend well.
  • pour into a 2-quart sprayed casserole. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.6, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 109.8, Sodium 232.1, Carbohydrate 38.7, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 30.5, Protein 3.9

CARROT CASSEROLE



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Whenever I make this dish, people rave about how good it is. One friend told me, "I don't usually eat carrots, but this is delicious!" That made my day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups sliced carrots
2 medium onions, sliced
5 tablespoons butter, divided
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup seasoned croutons

Steps:

  • Place carrots in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onions in 3 tablespoons butter until tender. Stir in the soup, salt, pepper and cheddar cheese. , Drain carrots; add to the onion mixture. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with croutons. Melt remaining butter; drizzle over croutons. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

CASSEROLE CARROT CAKE



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This is a microwave recipe I've had a long time. But with the heat of summer coming on I'm thinking of doing more baking in the microwave.

Provided by Barb in WNY

Categories     Dessert

Time 27m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup flour
1 cup sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups carrots, grated
8 ounces crushed pineapple, well drained
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
16 ounces cream cheese frosting

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the first eight (8) ingredients.
  • Add oil; mix well.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Stir in carrots, pineapple, and pecans.
  • Transfer to an 8-inch round microwave-safe casserole dish (2-quart round Pyrex casserole dish).
  • Microwave, uncovered at 70% power for 12 to 14 minutes, rotating a half turn once or until moist area is about 1 1/2-inch in diameter and remains in the center(when touched, cake will cling to your finger while area underneath will be almost dry).
  • Cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Invert onto a serving plate.
  • Frost cake.
  • Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 834, Fat 43, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 70.5, Sodium 651.9, Carbohydrate 111.4, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 88.8, Protein 6

Tips:

  • For a classic carrot cake flavor, use a combination of brown sugar and granulated sugar.
  • Grate the carrots finely so that they blend well into the batter.
  • Be sure to toast the pecans or walnuts before adding them to the cake batter. This will enhance their flavor and add a nice crunch.
  • Don't overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it.
  • For a cream cheese frosting, use a high-quality cream cheese and be sure to beat it until it is light and fluffy.
  • If you don't have a casserole dish, you can bake the cake in a 9x13 inch baking pan.

Conclusion:

Carrot cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This casserole version is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic cream cheese frosting or a simple glaze, this carrot cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give this casserole carrot cake a try.

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