Chocolate Sourdough Zucchini Cake
Zucchini adds moisture and tenderness to the cake while also sneaking in some veggies!
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Chocolate Sourdough Zucchini Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
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In a large bowl, combine the applesauce, sugar, vegetable oil, sourdough starter, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Fold in the grated zucchini, chocolate chips, and walnuts.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, you can frost the cake with your favorite frosting or enjoy it as is.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
