Chocolate Zucchini Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Chocolate Zucchini Cake, a moist and fudgy dessert that surprises with its rich chocolate flavor while incorporating wholesome ingredients. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, this cake combines the goodness of shredded zucchini with oat flour and applesauce, making it a healthier alternative to traditional chocolate cakes. Easy to prepare, even novice bakers will find success with this recipe. Serve it warm or chilled, with toppings like fresh berries or a scoop of ice cream for an irresistible treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 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
- 1/2 cup shredded zucchini
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180C (350F) and grease two 8-inch cake pans.
- In a bowl, combine milk and vinegar; let sit for about five minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together oat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and brown sugar until well blended.
- Mix the curdled milk with unsweetened applesauce in another bowl until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently; fold in shredded zucchini.
- Distribute batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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