Chocolate chile zucchini cake –Are you looking for a delightful and moist dessert that’s a little unexpected? Look no further than this Chocolate Zucchini Cake! This cake is a perfect way to sneak in some veggies while satisfying your sweet tooth. The rich chocolate flavor combined with the subtle taste of zucchini makes it a treat that everyone will enjoy. Plus, it’s easy to make! Here’s how to whip it up.
Chocolate Zucchini Cake
Let’s start with a look at the delicious cake you’ll be creating.
Ingredients
To make this scrumptious Chocolate Zucchini Cake, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups finely grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Now that you have your ingredients ready, let’s go through the steps to create your Chocolate Zucchini Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth. Then, slowly mix in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix!
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
This Chocolate Zucchini Cake is sure to be a hit. Serve it as an after-dinner treat or even as a sweet snack during the day. Enjoy every bite!
