Extremely Easy Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Indulge in the delightful harmony of rich chocolate and the subtle moisture of freshly grated zucchini with this Extremely Easy Chocolate Zucchini Cake! Perfectly balancing decadence with simplicity, this one-bowl wonder requires just 20 minutes of prep time and bakes to moist perfection in under an hour. Infused with semi-sweet chocolate chips and a hint of vanilla, this cake is irresistibly fudgy while secretly packed with veggies—making it a dessert you can feel good about. With no need for fancy equipment or advanced baking skills, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or last-minute gatherings. Serve it plain or topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, and watch it become a fast favorite for chocolate lovers of all ages.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 cups zucchini, grated
• 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup milk

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat together the sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth and well mixed.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 5

Stir in the grated zucchini and milk until evenly distributed. The batter will appear thick and moist.

Step 6

Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice, serve, and enjoy your decadent chocolate zucchini cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1573.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4075.2

Total Fat 170.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 377.5mg	0%
Sodium 2879.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 664.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.7g	0%
Total Sugars 384.9g
Protein 77.1g	0%

Vitamin D 106.8IU	0%
Calcium 392.9mg	0%
Iron 36.8mg	0%
Potassium 3618.0mg	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: 34.1%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 59.1%