How to Make Chocolate Zucchini Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chocolate zucchini cake is a delicious and moist dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the subtle sweetness of zucchini. This cake is the perfect way to sneak some veggies into your diet while satisfying your sweet tooth.

Don't let the name fool you - this cake is truly indulgent and decadent. The zucchini adds moisture and a slight earthy flavor, while the chocolate gives it that rich, irresistible taste. It's a great way to use up any surplus zucchinis from your g...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
  • 4 eggs
  • 3 cups grated zucchini
  • ¾ cup chopped walnuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 (9x13-inch) cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together in a medium bowl. Add oil and eggs; mix well until just combined. Fold in zucchini and walnuts until they are evenly distributed; pour cake batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 50 to 60 minutes. Cool cake completely before frosting with your favorite frosting.
  • Nutrition

    269 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 188mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 117mg