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Zucchini Cake

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πŸ₯’ Easy Zucchini Cake Recipe creates a moist and flavorful treat packed with wholesome shredded zucchini, making it a nutritious indulgence.
🍰 This cake is perfect for any occasion and pairs beautifully with a rich brown butter cream cheese frosting to delight your taste buds.

  • Total Time: 5 hours and 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

3/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 cup vegetable oil

1 1/4 cups packed light or dark brown sugar

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 cup unsweetened applesauce at room temperature

4 large eggs at room temperature

1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

1 3/4 cups shredded zucchini (with peel, no need to blot)

1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into 4 slices

8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened at room temperature

2 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Instructions

1-Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2-Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking powder. Stir until well blended.

3-Add wet ingredients: Pour in milk and beaten eggs, then mix until the batter is smooth.

4-Bake the mixture: Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

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Notes

πŸ₯’ Using shredded zucchini adds moisture and volume without altering flavor; peeling is unnecessary.
πŸ’§ Do not blot shredded zucchini to retain moisture.
πŸ₯„ Vegetable oil can be swapped with neutral oils like avocado or canola; avoid melted butter to prevent drying.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cooling and chilling time: 4 hours and 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 28 grams
  • Sodium: 220 mg
  • Fat: 18 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 8 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 48 grams
  • Fiber: 3 grams
  • Protein: 4 grams
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg