Chocolate-Zucchini Cake

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Chocolate-Zucchini Cake
45 min.
10
603kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful twist on a classic dessert: Chocolate-Zucchini Cake! This scrumptious cake combines the rich, decadent flavor of unsweetened chocolate with the moistness of freshly grated zucchini, creating a treat that is both satisfying and surprisingly healthy. Perfect for those who are vegetarian and dairy-free, this cake is a guilt-free indulgence that everyone can enjoy.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious dessert that serves 10 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a cozy night in. With a caloric content of 603 kcal per serving, this cake offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, featuring the crunch of chopped pecans and the sweetness of granulated sugar.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and fun to make. The combination of ingredients creates a rich batter that bakes to perfection, resulting in a cake that is both visually appealing and incredibly tasty. Top it off with a light dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish, and watch as your friends and family rave about this unique dessert. Get ready to impress with a cake that not only satisfies your chocolate cravings but also sneaks in some nutritious zucchini!

Ingredients

  • ounce chocolate baking squares unsweetened melted
  • 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • large eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • cups granulated sugar 
  • cup pecans chopped
  • 10 servings powdered sugar 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 cups vegetable oil 
  • cups zucchini grated ( 5)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • kugelhopf pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 4 ingredients.
  2. Beat eggs at medium speed with an electric mixer. Gradually add granulated sugar; beat until blended.
  3. Add chocolate and oil; beat until blended. Gradually add flour mixture; beat at low speed until blended. Fold in zucchini and pecans.
  4. Pour batter into a well-greased and floured Bundt pan.
  5. Bake at 350 for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 15 minutes.
  6. Remove from pan; cool completely on a wire rack.
  7. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories603kcal
Protein5.63%
Fat29.63%
Carbs64.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.21
Glycemic Load
62.9
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.840434696363%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.06mg
Delphinidin
0.72mg
Catechin
6.19mg
Epigallocatechin
0.56mg
Epicatechin
12.14mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.23mg
Quercetin
0.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:602.69kcal
30.13%
Fat:20.7g
31.84%
Saturated Fat:5.08g
31.73%
Carbohydrates:101.74g
33.91%
Net Carbohydrates:97.99g
35.63%
Sugar:69.28g
76.98%
Cholesterol:74.4mg
24.8%
Sodium:440.52mg
19.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:6.8mg
2.27%
Protein:8.85g
17.7%
Manganese:1.13mg
56.52%
Selenium:20.4µg
29.15%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.46%
Copper:0.49mg
24.34%
Folate:91.51µg
22.88%
Iron:4.06mg
22.57%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.35%
Phosphorus:168.82mg
16.88%
Fiber:3.75g
14.99%
Magnesium:57.3mg
14.33%
Vitamin K:14.97µg
14.26%
Vitamin B3:2.63mg
13.14%
Zinc:1.91mg
12.76%
Vitamin C:6.77mg
8.2%
Potassium:277.53mg
7.93%
Calcium:74.38mg
7.44%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.71%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.56%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.46%
Vitamin A:187.94IU
3.76%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.97%
Vitamin D:0.4µg
2.67%
Source:My Recipes