You Won T Know It's Decadent Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Indulge in the ultimate guilt-free dessert with "You Won’t Know It’s Decadent Chocolate Zucchini Cake," a velvety, chocolate-packed treat that’s secretly loaded with wholesome zucchini. Perfectly moist and deeply rich, this cake combines the earthy sweetness of shredded zucchini with the luxurious decadence of cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate chips. A touch of cinnamon enhances the flavor profile, while unsweetened applesauce keeps it lighter without sacrificing texture. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make cake is your go-to for satisfying chocolate cravings, whether dusted with powdered sugar or enjoyed as-is. With its hidden veggies and irresistible flavor, it's a dessert you can feel good about sharing!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 units large eggs
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups shredded zucchini (lightly packed, excess water removed)
• 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly 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, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until fully combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, beat the eggs. Add the vegetable oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the shredded zucchini and about half of the chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top for extra chocolatey goodness.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar once the cake has cooled completely. Slice into squares and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1659.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4160.8

Total Fat 169.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 3480.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 692.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.6g	0%
Total Sugars 409.0g
Protein 75.4g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 343.6mg	0%
Iron 37.7mg	0%
Potassium 3629.7mg	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: 33.1%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 60.3%