Mom's Cinnamon Cake with Zucchini

Celebrate the comforting flavors of home with Mom's Cinnamon Cake with Zucchini—a moist, spiced cake that transforms a humble vegetable into a dessert masterpiece. Perfectly infused with warm notes of ground cinnamon and the natural sweetness of grated zucchini, this easy-to-make cake strikes the ideal balance between indulgent and wholesome. The tender crumb comes together with a combination of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla, and optional chopped walnuts add a nutty crunch to every bite. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, this zucchini cake is both visually inviting and irresistibly delicious. Ready in about an hour and serving up to 12, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy afternoon treat. Keywords: cinnamon zucchini cake, easy dessert, moist zucchini cake recipe, homemade cinnamon cake.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Zucchini, grated
• 0.75 cup Walnuts, chopped (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)

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 large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, whisking until fully mixed.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while mixing with a spoon or spatula. Ensure they are just combined and avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Gently fold in the grated zucchini and chopped walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once the cake has cooled, lightly dust the top with powdered sugar using a fine sieve or sifter.

Step 10

Slice, serve, and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1669.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5047.1

Total Fat 235.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.8g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 3399.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 702.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 450.7g
Protein 71.1g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 382.3mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 2340.4mg	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: 40.7%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 53.9%