Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors with this Moist Carrot Zucchini Cake topped with a luscious Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking. - Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined. - Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. - Step 4: Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix. - Step 5: Add Vegetables and Nuts
Fold in grated carrots, grated zucchini, and chopped walnuts (if using) into the batter until evenly dispersed. - Step 6: Divide and Bake the Batter
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. - Step 7: Cool the Cakes
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely. - Step 8: Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and softened unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy. - Step 9: Frost the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining frosting over the top and sides of the cake evenly. - Step 10: Garnish and Serve
If desired, garnish the cake with chopped walnuts on top. Cut into slices and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Carrot Zucchini Cake, Cream Cheese Frosting, Dessert Recipe
