Zucchini Chocolate Cake

Health score
1%
Zucchini Chocolate Cake
55 min.
15
288kcal

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Zucchini Chocolate Cake: A Decadent Dessert with a Secret Ingredient

Indulge in the delightful surprise of our Zucchini Chocolate Cake, a decadent dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the subtle, earthy taste of zucchini. This seemingly unconventional pairing results in a moist, flavorful cake that's sure to impress your family and friends. Best of all, it's a sneaky way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, making it a guilt-free treat.

With a preparation time of just 55 minutes, this recipe is perfect for those moments when you crave a delicious dessert but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen. The recipe yields a generous 15 servings, making it ideal for gatherings, potlucks, or simply enjoying throughout the week. Each serving contains about 288 calories, providing a balanced indulgence that won't weigh you down.

The star of this recipe is, of course, the zucchini. Shredded and gently folded into the batter, it adds a surprising nutritional boost while enhancing the cake's tender texture. The chocolate chips scattered on top add an irresistible finishing touch, melting slightly into the cake as it bakes.

Whether you're a chocolate aficionado or just love the idea of a hidden vegetable in your dessert, this Zucchini Chocolate Cake is a must-try. It's not just a dessert; it's an experience that promises to delight your taste buds and surprise your senses. So, why not give it a try and let the baking begin?

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk 
  • 0.5 cup canola oil 
  •  eggs 
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • 0.5 cup semi chocolate chips 
  • 1.8 cups sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cups zucchini shredded peeled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. In a bowl, cream butter, oil and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  2. Combine dry ingredients; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk.
  3. Mix well. Stir in zucchini.
  4. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
  6. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories288kcal
Protein5.52%
Fat34.47%
Carbs60.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.54
Glycemic Load
28
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.4486955922583%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.93mg
Epicatechin
2.82mg
Quercetin
0.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:288.38kcal
14.42%
Fat:11.28g
17.36%
Saturated Fat:5.82g
36.38%
Carbohydrates:44.21g
14.74%
Net Carbohydrates:42.43g
15.43%
Sugar:26.44g
29.37%
Cholesterol:39.33mg
13.11%
Sodium:155.47mg
6.76%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.12%
100%
Caffeine:8.46mg
2.82%
Protein:4.07g
8.13%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.05%
Selenium:10.12µg
14.46%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.04%
Folate:45.95µg
11.49%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.16%
Iron:1.75mg
9.72%
Copper:0.18mg
8.82%
Phosphorus:78.15mg
7.82%
Fiber:1.79g
7.14%
Vitamin B3:1.4mg
7.02%
Magnesium:27.12mg
6.78%
Vitamin A:270.29IU
5.41%
Potassium:143.48mg
4.1%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.85%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.82%
Vitamin C:2.96mg
3.59%
Calcium:34.6mg
3.46%
Vitamin K:2.95µg
2.81%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.76%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.66%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.88%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.48%
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