Zucchini Chocolate Cake

Zucchini chocolate cake is a great way to sneak in some vegetables into a delicious dessert. The zucchini adds moisture and a subtle flavor that pairs perfectly with the rich chocolate.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Zucchini Chocolate Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, 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: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Zucchini
• 200 gram All-purpose flour
• 50 gram Cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 2 unit Eggs
• 200 gram Sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 100 gram Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, and mix well.
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 cake pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, you can dust the cake with powdered sugar or frost with your favorite frosting, if desired.
10. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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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.