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.
Ingredients
- 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
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- 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.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
- 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.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 380kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- 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.