Chocolate Zucchini Cake
This Chocolate Zucchini Cake is a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and the natural moisture of zucchini, creating a dessert that’s both indulgent and wholesome. Perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to casual gatherings—this cake is not only delicious but also guilt-free, thanks to its nutritious ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- 3 cups oat flour
- 2/3 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/4 cups brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup shredded zucchini
- 1 cup chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease two 8-inch cake pans.
- Combine milk and vinegar in a bowl; whisk and let sit for about 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix oat flour, cocoa powder, arrowroot powder, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Whisk together the curdled milk mixture, brown sugar, and applesauce in another bowl; then pour into dry ingredients.
- Stir until just combined, then gently fold in shredded zucchini.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 35–40 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting with chocolate frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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