Description
Amazingly Rich and Decadent Chocolate Zucchini Cake is a delightful fusion of rich chocolate flavor and the hidden moisture of zucchini. This cake boasts a moist, fluffy texture that will satisfy chocolate cravings while cleverly incorporating veggies. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a well-deserved treat, this cake is sure to impress everyone — even those skeptical about zucchini in dessert!
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth. Stir in the grated zucchini.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently fold until just combined; do not overmix.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg