Elizabeth's Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Indulge in the rich, moist decadence of Elizabeth's Chocolate Zucchini Cake—a perfect union of velvety chocolate flavor and sneaky bursts of moisture from fresh grated zucchini. This crowd-pleasing dessert features a tender crumb, enhanced by the subtle sweetness of semi-sweet chocolate chips, making it a go-to treat for chocolate lovers. With simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa, vanilla extract, and all-purpose flour, this easy-to-make cake comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time. Whether dusted with powdered sugar or paired with whipped cream or ice cream, this 9x13-inch chocolate cake serves 12 and is sure to delight with every bite. Perfect for any occasion, this hidden veggie dessert is as indulgent as it is wholesome!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
• 3 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Grated zucchini
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup Milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and vegetable oil. Beat the mixture with a hand mixer (or whisk) until well blended.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in 2-3 additions, mixing just until incorporated.

Step 6

Fold in the grated zucchini. If the batter seems too thick, add the 1/4 cup of milk to loosen it slightly.

Step 7

Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve as is or dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Optional: Pair with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1767.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5012.7

Total Fat 238.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.8g
Cholesterol 563.5mg	0%
Sodium 4211.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 737.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 67.0g	0%
Total Sugars 409.4g
Protein 92.8g	0%

Vitamin D 149.8IU	0%
Calcium 425.9mg	0%
Iron 41.2mg	0%
Potassium 3701.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.3%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 53.9%