Judy's Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Moist, decadent, and irresistibly rich, Judy's Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful way to transform garden-fresh zucchini into a sweet masterpiece. This easy-to-make cake combines the earthy sweetness of grated zucchini with a hint of cinnamon and cocoa for a unique flavor profile, while chopped walnuts add an optional crunch for texture lovers. Topped with a velvety cream cheese frosting, this dessert is a perfect balance of indulgence and wholesomeness. Perfect for any gathering or as a weeknight treat, this recipe is simple yet impressive, taking just 20 minutes to prepare before baking to perfection. Whether you're looking for a creative use for zucchini or craving a luscious twist on classic chocolate cake, this dessert will leave everyone asking for seconds! Optimize your baking game with this ultimate zucchini cake recipe and enjoy a slice of homemade comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup vegetable oil
• 3 units large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups zucchini, grated
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar and vegetable oil together until combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the grated zucchini and, if using, the chopped walnuts. The batter will be thick.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

While the cake is cooling, make the cream cheese frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 10

Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. For a layered cake, frost the top of the first layer, add the second layer, and frost the top and sides.

Step 11

Slice and serve your delicious zucchini cake. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2263.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7510.4

Total Fat 400.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 145.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.8g
Cholesterol 1067.4mg	0%
Sodium 4093.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 968.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.8g	0%
Total Sugars 675.7g
Protein 92.6g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 602.9mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 3277.6mg	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: 45.9%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 49.4%