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Zucchini Cake Recipe: 5 Secrets to Moist Deliciousness


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

This delicious zucchini cake is moist, flavorful, and easy to make! Perfect for using up those garden zucchinis.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in the grated zucchini and nuts or chocolate chips if using.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a healthier option, you can substitute half of the oil with applesauce.
  • This cake can be served plain or topped with cream cheese frosting for added sweetness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 35

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