Best 2 Chocolate Apple Zucchini Picnic Cake Recipes

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If you are looking for a unique and delicious dessert to enjoy at your next picnic, then look no further than chocolate apple zucchini picnic cake. This moist and flavorful cake is made with fresh zucchini, apples, and chocolate chips, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. The best part about this cake is that it is incredibly easy to make, so you can have it ready in no time.

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CHOCOLATE APPLE ZUCCHINI PICNIC CAKE



Chocolate Apple Zucchini Picnic Cake image

Simply put, this is picnic cake: nothing fancy. No plates, forks or adornment needed. Just grab a few napkins and start cutting.

Provided by Oxbow Farm

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup shredded zucchini
1 cup shredded apple
2 eggs, lightly beaten
¾ cup brown sugar
½ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole wheat flour
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ¼ teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks
½ cup pepitas (raw pumpkin seeds)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish and set aside.
  • Stir zucchini, apple, eggs, brown sugar, olive oil, and vanilla extract together in a bowl.
  • Sift whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, kosher salt, and baking powder together in a separate bowl; gently stir into the zucchini and apple mixture until fully incorporated. Spoon batter into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle chocolate chunks and pepitas over the batter.
  • Bake in preheated oven until a tester comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Let cool before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.6 g, Cholesterol 54.6 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 496.4 mg, Sugar 29.1 g

CHOCOLATE PICNIC CAKE



Chocolate Picnic Cake image

Rich, moist and chocolaty, this scrumptious cake is very versatile. It freezes well...and the chocolate chip topping makes it easy to pack in lunches and carry along to picnics. At home, we like it topped with vanilla ice cream.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup cold water
1/3 cup canola oil
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool. In a large bowl, beat the egg, sugar, water and oil until well blended. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to egg mixture until blended. Stir in melted chocolate. , Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. Bake at 350° for 32-38 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure your cake turns out moist and delicious, use fresh zucchini. Grating the zucchini finely will help it blend seamlessly into the batter.
  • Don't overmix the batter; overmixing can result in a tough cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • For a richer chocolate flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder. You can also add a tablespoon of instant coffee granules to the batter to enhance the chocolate flavor.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • To prevent the cake from sticking to the pan, grease and flour the pan thoroughly before pouring in the batter.
  • To test if the cake is done, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. If not, bake for a few more minutes.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

The chocolate apple zucchini picnic cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and flavorful crumb, rich chocolate frosting, and fresh apple and zucchini, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you're serving it at a picnic, a party, or just as a special treat, this cake is sure to please. So why not give it a try today?

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