Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Baking is both an art and a science, and mastering the techniques can significantly enhance the outcome of your dessert. When it comes to baking the Rich Zucchini Chocolate Delight, a few key steps can make all the difference.

Discover the heavenly blend of vegetables and dessert with this Rich Zucchini Chocolate Delight recipe! Perfect for chocolate lovers and health-conscious bakers, this moist cake features the subtle earthiness of zucchini, enhancing flavor and nutrition. With easy preparation steps and customizable options, this treat is versatile enough for any occasion. Celebrate the joy of guilt-free indulgence, and impress your guests with this delightful dessert that’s as wholesome as it is delicious!

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Ingredients

1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini, excess moisture removed)

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Prepare Zucchini: Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. After grating, use a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out excess moisture. Set aside.

Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until fully combined.

Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing. Gently fold in the grated zucchini, and if using, the chocolate chips and nuts until evenly distributed.

Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top if necessary. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve: Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar (if desired) and slice into squares. Enjoy this decadent chocolate zucchini cake as a treat with coffee or tea!

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 minutes | 45 minutes | 12 servings