How to Make Orange Poppy Seed Zucchini Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Zucchini is one of those versatile vegetables that can be used in both savory and sweet dishes. In this recipe for Orange Poppy Seed Zucchini Cake, we're taking advantage of the natural sweetness and moisture of zucchini to create a delicious and unique dessert. The addition of orange and poppy seeds adds a burst of citrusy flavor and a delightful crunch to this moist, tender cake. Whether you're looking to use up an abundance of zucchini from your garden or simply want to try something new, ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 serving cooking spray (Optional)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 orange, zested
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruit
  • ¼ cup poppy seeds
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • ¼ cup orange juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 14
  • Yield: 1 8x12-inch pan

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease an 8x12-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Mix flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, baking powder, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger together in a bowl.
  • Beat eggs in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Beat in white sugar and brown sugar until incorporated. Mix in vegetable oil. Beat flour mixture in gradually until batter is smooth. Stir in orange zest. Fold in zucchini, dried fruit, and poppy seeds.
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes. Cool in the pan, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix confectioners' sugar and orange juice together in a small bowl to make glaze.
  • Prick cake all over with a fork; drizzle glaze on top. Let cake cool completely before serving, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    449 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 40mg
    • Sodium: 287mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 69g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 39g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 69mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 231mg