Death by Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Zucchini is a versatile vegetable that adds moisture and nutrients to baked goods, making it a great addition to this chocolate cake.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Death by Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Baking Courses: Any, Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4560

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Zucchini
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture.
3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.