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Chocolate Lover’s Zucchini Cake


  • Author: oliviabennett
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich, moist, and utterly chocolatey zucchini cake that masks any veggie flavor, perfect for kids and adults alike.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prep the baking pan by greasing and flouring it or lining it with parchment paper.
  3. Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor, then squeeze out excess moisture.
  4. Mix the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  5. Whisk the wet ingredients: eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
  6. Combine the wet mixture to the dry mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips gently.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  9. Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool the cake in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra indulgence, dust the cake with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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