Best Carrot Spice Cake Recipes

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ZUCCHINI CARROT SPICE CAKE



Zucchini Carrot Spice Cake image

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.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLESAUCE-CARROT SPICE CAKE



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Enjoy this delicious applesauce-carrot cake made using Gold Medal® whole wheat flour that's perfect for a dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
1 1/4 cups unsweetened applesauce
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups shredded carrots (about 4 medium)
1/2 cup fat-free egg product or 2 eggs
1/3 cup canola oil
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 cup golden raisins
4 oz (from 8-oz package) reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 12-cup fluted tube cake pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix oats, applesauce, brown sugar, carrots, egg product and oil with spoon until well mixed. Stir in remaining cake ingredients just until moistened. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In small bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in milk and vanilla until well mixed. Place cake on serving plate. Spoon frosting over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

CARROT-CRANBERRY SPICE CAKE



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I love carrot cake and those made with cranberries. Using leftover cranberry sauce, I add carrots to make one marvelous cake that's tangy and sweet. -Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup canola oil
1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium)
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan., In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, brown sugar, oil and cranberry sauce until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg and cloves; gradually beat into cranberry mixture. Stir in carrots., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Fat 15g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CARROT-OATMEAL SPICE CAKE



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This is a tasty treat suitable for any holiday buffet or intimate meal. It is also chock full of nutritious ingredients. If pecans aren't your forte, substitute walnuts.

Provided by Jamie Elter

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup raisins
⅓ cup shredded carrots
2 cups water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup quick cooking oats
1 ½ teaspoons artificial sweetener
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup margarine, softened
¼ cup egg substitute
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup pecans, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 7x11 inch baking dish. Set aside.
  • Combine raisins, carrots, and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, oatmeal, sugar substitute, salt, baking soda and cinnamon.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the margarine, egg substitute, and vanilla. Add to the flour mixture and mix well.
  • Add the raisin mixture and nuts, mix well and pour into baking pan.
  • Bake for 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in middle comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 242.3 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

CARROT-CRANBERRY SPICE CAKE



Carrot-Cranberry Spice Cake image

I love carrot cake and those made with cranberries. Using leftover cranberry sauce, I add carrots to make one marvelous cake that's tangy and sweet. -Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup canola oil
1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium)
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan., In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, brown sugar, oil and cranberry sauce until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg and cloves; gradually beat into cranberry mixture. Stir in carrots., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

PINEAPPLE CARROT SPICE CAKE



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I usually bake this cake for our bridge club meetings in the fall but it is delicious anytime of the year.

Provided by AHappyHomemaker

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box spice cake mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice
1/4 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 (8 ounce) bag shredded carrots (coarsely chopped)
1 cup pecans (chopped & divided)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Generously grease and flour a 9x13 baking pan.
  • In large mixer bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, cinnamon, pineapple with its juice, water, oil, and eggs; Beat at low speed for 30 seconds.
  • Increase mixer to medium speed and beat an additional 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Fold in carrots and ½ cup of the pecans.
  • Spread batter in prepared pan.
  • Bake in 350F oven until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, about 40 to 45 minutes. Cool the cake completely.
  • Frosting-In large mixer bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy.
  • Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon; beat just until smooth.
  • Spread over cooled cake.
  • Sprinkle remaining pecans over top.
  • Refrigerate several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.2, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 11.6, Sodium 190.5, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 23.1, Protein 1.6

CARROT-SPICE CAKE WITH CARAMEL FROSTING



Carrot-Spice Cake with Caramel Frosting image

This cake starts with a mix, but it's loaded with extras to give it that "from-scratch" flavor. It's so moist and delicious-everyone asks for the recipe! -Nora Fitzgerald, Sevierville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 package spice cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
4 large eggs
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup canola oil
1 cup shredded carrots
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup raisins
FROSTING:
1 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
6 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping
1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, water, sour cream and oil; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Fold in the carrots, pineapple, coconut, pecans and raisins just until blended. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar, ice cream topping and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 846 calories, Fat 40g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 150mg cholesterol, Sodium 701mg sodium, Carbohydrate 118g carbohydrate (88g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

AUTUMN CARROT SPICE CAKE (A BUNDT CAKE)



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Bundt Cakes are a really special treat. They are larger than a layer cake and keep well. This Carrot Cake is a nice change from the typically oily 1 layer cake that is overflowing with cream cheese frosting. I did not include nuts with my this recipe, but feel free to add them if you wish. Add them when you add the flour to the...

Provided by Garrison Wayne

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 c grated carrot
1 c black raisins
1 tsp kosher salt
4 tsp baking powder
2 tsp pumpkin pie spices
3 large eggs
1 1/2 c sugar
2 tsp vanilla
1 c cooking oil
1/2 c milk or buttermilk
3 1/3 c all purpose flour
FOR THE FROSTING
3 1/2 Tbsp butter, unsalted, softened
2 pinch kosher salt
2 1/2 c powdered sugar
1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spices
1/4 tsp vanilla
2 Tbsp milk
2 tsp rum
FOR THE GARNISH
pumpkin pie spices, sprinkled

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour a large bundt pan.
  • 2. Put the first ten ingredients in a large bowl. Mix well with a whisk.
  • 3. Add the flour and mix with a wooden spoon just until mixed. Do not over mix.
  • 4. Scrape batter into prepared pan.
  • 5. Bake for 55-60 minutes on center rack of oven. Test with pick.
  • 6. Cool on rack for 15 minutes, then release to cool completely on rack.
  • 7. In a medium bowl mix all the frosting ingredients together with a wooden spoon.
  • 8. Frost the cooled cake with the frosting, using a butter knife.
  • 9. Sprinkle a little pumpkin pie spice atop cake for added color.
  • 10. Keeps at room temp on a cake plate with a dome.

CARROT SPICE BUNDT CAKE



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This bundt cake with carrots, apples and spices is just a delicious delight!! For a special party, this cake with it's creamy lemonly icing is just perfect -

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/3 cups vegetable oil
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon vanilla
3 cups carrots, coarsely grated, loosely packed
1 apple, peeled and chopped
1 (125 g) package cream cheese, room temperature
2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1 3/4 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • Lightly grease a 10-inch bundt pan.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt and baking soda.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together oil with sugar, then eggs and vanilla, Stir in flour mixture until blended. Stir in carrots and apple. Scrape into prepared pan and smooth top as best you can.
  • Bake in a 350F oven until toothpick inserted in cake comes out clean, 45-50 minutes.
  • Remove from oven. Let stand in pan on rack for 15 minutes. Run knife around edge, then carefully turn out onto cooling rack to cool completely before icing.
  • ICING:.
  • In a large bowl, and using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese with butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add confectioners' sugar until thick spreadable consistency. Beat in vanilla and lemon juice until blended. Add a little more confectioners' sugar if mixture is too runny to spread. Swirl on top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.2, Fat 31.9, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 87, Sodium 346.2, Carbohydrate 72, Fiber 2, Sugar 49.2, Protein 5.9

CARROT SPICE CAKE



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This cake is moist and not-too-sweet. It bakes in a 9-inch pan, so it is perfect for smaller group gatherings. The sprinkling of nuts and brown sugar provides a nice accent.

Provided by vitalev

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
2/3 cup milk
3 carrots, grated
1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped
2 tablespoons light brown sugar, firmly packed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease and flour 9-inch round pan.
  • Mix together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
  • Beat together butter and sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. At low speed, alternately beat flour mixture and milk into butter mixture. Stir in carrots and nuts. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake cake until top springs back when lightly touched, about 40 minutes. Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes. Turn cake out onto rack to cool completely.
  • To prepare icing, beat together butter and cream cheese at medium speed until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Beat in confectioner's sugar until well blended.
  • To prepare topping, mix together nuts and brown sugar.
  • Place cake on serving plate. Spread icing over top and sides. Sprinkle with nut mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 17.5, Cholesterol 135.2, Sodium 324.4, Carbohydrate 76.3, Fiber 2, Sugar 53.4, Protein 7.6

CARROT SPICE CAKE



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This is a very old Le Leche League recipe from an old friend Sylvia. Simply the best carrot spice cake I have ever baked or eaten that includes my DH's carrot cake! It is so easy to make this dense rich tasting cake!

Provided by oilpatchjo

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups carrots (grated)
2 2/3 cups sugar
2 2/3 cups water
2 cups raisins
1/2 cup butter (or margarine)
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons cloves
2 teaspoons nutmeg
3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup nuts (chopped)

Steps:

  • A well greased and floured bunt pan ready for cake batter.
  • First 8 ingredients into a pot bring to boil then simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Cool mixture and set aside.
  • Next 5 ingredients sift and dump into the cooled mixture blend together.
  • Pour ingredients into bunt pan.
  • Into the oven @ 375 degree's for 50 minutes.
  • Make an icing of icing sugar and fresh lemon to taste and drizzle over cake while warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 775.1, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 652, Carbohydrate 143.5, Fiber 10.5, Sugar 91.5, Protein 11.7

CARROT SPICE CAKE



Carrot Spice Cake image

I've found that no one can resist sampling a generous slice of this spice cake. Grated carrots add color, texture and nutrition.-Karen Brodeen, Cook, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/4 cups sugar
3/4 cup light corn syrup
3/4 cup fat-free milk
8 egg whites
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups grated carrots
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat sugar, corn syrup, milk and egg whites. Combine dry ingredients; add to batter. Beat well. Pat carrots dry with paper towels; stir into the batter. , Pour into a 10-in. fluted tube pan coated with cooking spray and floured. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes; invert onto a wire rack. Cool completely. Lightly dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARROT SPICE CAKE



Carrot Spice Cake image

A good cake recipe.

Provided by Eve Peterson

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 c flour
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp baking powder
1 Tbsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
3/4 tsp cloves
1 tsp salt
2 c sugar
1 1/2 c vegetable oil
4 large eggs
3 c shredded carrots

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350. Grease and dust with flour inside cake pan with shorteneing. In bowl combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg cloves and salt. Combine sugar and oil and beat on low speed. Add eggs and beat until mixture is well mixed. Add the carrots. While on low speed, slowly add flour mixture. Turn mixer off and scrape bowl. Mix well. Pour batter in prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, cool.

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