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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Penny Holtzlander
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This is the best zucchini carrot spice cake recipe I've ever tried. It's so moist and flavorful, and the spices are just perfect.


Jolene Davis
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This cake is delicious! The zucchini and carrots add a nice moistness and sweetness, and the spices give it a warm and cozy flavor.


Nontando Mashilwane
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I've made this cake several times, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy dessert.


Robert anthony Chavez
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This cake is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Alexx Holder
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I actually really liked this cake. The spices and carrots really balance out the zucchini flavor.


Bongani Bodla
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This is a great recipe for using up extra zucchini and carrots. It's also a delicious and healthy snack or dessert.


Deniel binno
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I love this cake! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Soul Faygo
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This is the best zucchini carrot spice cake recipe I've ever tried. It's so moist and flavorful, and the spices are just perfect.


Faathima Sayed
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This cake is delicious! The zucchini and carrots add a nice moistness and sweetness, and the spices give it a warm and cozy flavor.


Md forij J
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I've made this cake several times, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy dessert.


Romeo Botumile
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This cake is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Neha Munti Shah
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I actually really liked this cake. The spices and carrots really balance out the zucchini flavor.


Starman Starno
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This cake is a great way to use up extra zucchini and carrots. It's also a delicious and healthy snack or dessert.


hamza nouidjem
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I love this cake! It's so moist and fluffy, and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.


Md. Ramij
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This is the best zucchini carrot spice cake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the spices are just perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


mumtaz shamimm
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I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and they all asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Hamza Butt
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This zucchini carrot spice cake is absolutely delicious! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the cake is moist and fluffy. It's also very easy to make, and it's a great way to use up extra zucchini and carrots.


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