Great Grandma's Chocolate Zucchini Cake
Indulge in the rich, moist decadence of Great Grandma's Chocolate Zucchini Cake—a timeless dessert that combines old-fashioned charm with a hidden healthy twist. This family-favorite recipe uses grated zucchini to create an incredibly tender cake, while unsweetened cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips deliver an irresistibly chocolatey flavor. Warm hints of ground cinnamon elevate the sweetness, making each bite a cozy treat. Perfect for gatherings or an afternoon indulgence, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in under an hour. Serve it as is, or take it to the next level with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of ganache. This nostalgic dessert is proof that zucchini can make magic in baking!
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups vegetable oil
- 3 None eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 0.75 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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 medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and vegetable oil. Beat 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, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Fold in the grated zucchini until it’s evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
Step 8
Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips over the top of the batter.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 10
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1617.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4835.5 |
| Total Fat 216.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 55.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 100.8g | |
| Cholesterol 186mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4045.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 757.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 65.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 433.5g | |
| Protein 75.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 319.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 38.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3479.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories