Best 3 Zucchini And Ginger Naked Cake With Ginger Cream Cheese Frosting Recipes

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful symphony of flavors in " Zucchini and Ginger Naked Cake with Ginger Cream Cheese Frosting." This culinary masterpiece artfully combines the refreshing crunch of zucchini and the warm, zesty notes of ginger, creating a moist, tender cake that bursts with vibrant flavors. Topped with a luscious ginger cream cheese frosting, this naked cake is an absolute delight for both the eyes and the palate. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, let this article guide you towards creating a stunning dessert that will leave your friends and family in awe.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI GINGER CUPCAKES

Zucchini Ginger Cupcakes image

Provided by Ian Knauer

Categories Cake Soup/Stew Food Processor Mixer Cheese Citrus Dairy Ginger Vegetable Bake Vegetarian Quick & Easy Zucchini Summer Gourmet

Yield Makes 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ingredients

For cupcakes
1/3 cup crystallized ginger (1 3/4 oz), coarsely chopped
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zest
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups coarsely grated zucchini (2 medium)
3/4 cup mild olive oil
3/4 cup mild honey
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
For frosting
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zest
Special Equipment
a muffin pan with 12 (1/2-cup) cups; 12 paper liners

Steps:

Bake cupcakes:
Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F. Line muffin cups with liners.
Pulse crystallized ginger in food processor until finely ground, then add flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, zest, salt, baking soda, and baking powder and pulse until combined.
Whisk together zucchini, oil, honey, eggs, and vanilla in a medium bowl, then stir in flour mixture until just combined.
Divide batter among muffin cups and bake until golden and a wooden pick or skewer inserted in center of a cupcake comes out clean, 20 to 24 minutes.
Cool in pan on a rack 10 minutes. Remove cupcakes from pan and cool completely, 1 hour.
Make frosting:
Beat together frosting ingredients with an electric mixer at high speed until combined well and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes.
Frost tops of cooled cupcakes.

ZUCCHINI CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

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Cindy West of Marshalltown, Iowa fixes this moist snack cake topped with sweet cream cheese frosting. "Squares of this cake freeze extremely well," she notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 50m

Yield about 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3 large eggs
3/4 cup canola oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups shredded zucchini
FROSTING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat eggs and oil. Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon; add to egg mixture and mix well. Stir in zucchini. Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and vanilla until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Add enough milk to achieve spreading consistency. Frost cake and cut into squares. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ZUCCHINI CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

Zucchini Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting image

Quick and easy to whip up. Great taste with the cream cheese frosting. Good way to use up all those zucchini from the garden.

Provided by Barb Witherspoon

Categories Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
2 cups shredded zucchini
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
3 ounces cream cheese or 3 ounces neufchatel cheese
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Cake:.
Combine dry ingredients (flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda) in a mixing bowl.
Add oil, eggs and mix well.
Add zucchini and walnuts; stir well.
Pour into a greased 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes.
Cool.
Frosting:.
Beat cream cheese, butter, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Add sugar and mix well.
Frost cake.
Sprinkle with additional walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.9, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 53.2, Sodium 201.9, Carbohydrate 45.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 32.2, Protein 3.8

Tips:

Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the zucchini for even cooking.
Make sure to blot the zucchini slices dry before tossing them with flour to prevent the batter from becoming too wet.
Do not 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 richer frosting, use full-fat cream cheese and butter.
If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off to frost the cake.

Conclusion:

This Zucchini and Ginger Naked Cake with Ginger Cream Cheese Frosting is a delicious and unique dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a delicate ginger flavor that is complemented by the creamy frosting. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.