Description
Indulge in this moist and flavorful Carrot Zucchini Cake topped with rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for dessert or a special treat, this cake combines wholesome ingredients for a deliciously satisfying slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix together vegetable oil, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, grated carrots, and grated zucchini.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is cooling, beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract to make the frosting. Once the cake is cooled, spread the frosting on top.
Notes
For added texture, consider folding in chopped walnuts or raisins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes