Zucchini Chocolate Cake
Zucchini chocolate cake is a deliciously indulgent dessert that surprises your taste buds with its rich, chocolaty flavor while secretly packing in the goodness of zucchini. This moist, fudgy cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to cozy brunches. With its easy preparation and delightful texture, it’s a guilt-free treat everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (grated)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt or cake pan.
- Grate zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- In a bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with vegetable oil and vanilla extract; fold in the grated zucchini.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg