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.
Ingredients
- 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
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- 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 cake 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 the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, you can dust the cake with powdered sugar or frost with your favorite frosting, if desired.
- Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.