Chocolate zucchini sheet cake is a moist, delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a popular choice for potlucks, picnics, and bake sales because it is easy to make and always a hit with kids and adults alike. The combination of chocolate and zucchini makes for a rich, flavorful cake that is sure to please everyone. Let's learn how to make the best chocolate zucchini sheet cake.
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CHOCOLATE-ZUCCHINI SHEET CAKE WITH CREAM-CHEESE FROSTING
Just the thing for that bumper crop of zucchini! It keeps this party-ready sheet cake super moist, while two types of chocolate -- semisweet chunks and cocoa powder -- deliver big flavor. Top with tangy-cream cheese frosting, and if you want make the dessert a real showstopper, sugared zucchini blossoms.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Time 1h
Yield Serves 10 to 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 10-by-15-inch jelly-roll pan. Line bottom with parchment, leaving a 2-inch overhang on 2 sides; butter parchment.
- Whisk together flour, cocoa, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, butter, and vanilla. Stir egg mixture into flour mixture until batter loosens, about 1 minute. Stir in zucchini and chocolate (batter will be quite thick). Spread evenly into prepared pan; smooth top with a spatula. Bake until a tester inserted into cake comes out clean, 28 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool completely. Remove from pan.
- Frosting: Beat butter on medium-high speed until smooth, 2 minutes. Add cream cheese; beat to combine. Reduce speed to medium-low and add confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, beating until thickened. Beat in vanilla. Spread frosting over cake, scatter with zucchini blossoms, and serve. Cake can be refrigerated (without blossoms) up to 8 hours.
CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI SHEET CAKE
I love Texas sheet cake. When it's zucchini time, I make this recipe, which resembles Texas sheet cake. What a sweet way to use zucchini from the garden!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine sugar and oil. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the egg mixture alternately with the milk. Stir in the zucchini and extract. Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 25 minutes or until cake tests done. While cake is baking, combine all frosting ingredients. Mix until smooth. Spread frosting over cake while hot. Cool on wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI SHEET CAKE
A great sweet tooth chocolate fix and a great way to hide the veggie that is good for you. (09-28-2008} The frosting calls for 6 tablespoons of evaporated milk and I was sick of wasting the rest of the can of milk. So what I did was for the 1/2 cup of milk in the cake ingredients, I subed the milk for evaporated milk and it turned out GREAT! MOIST! and Excellent!. Another great Taste of Home recipe Thanks to Charlene Gledhill
Provided by Cathy Pete
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar and oil. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the egg mixture alternately with the milk. Stir in the zucchini and extract. Pour into a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake at 375 degrees F for 25 minutes or until cake tests done. While cake is baking, combine all frosting ingredients. Mix until smooth. Spread frosting over cake while hot. Cool on wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.5, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 46.1, Sodium 150.1, Carbohydrate 57.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 42.7, Protein 3.7
CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI SHEET CAKE W/ CUSTARD SAUCE
This chocolate zucchini cake has sliced almonds and milk chocolate chips in it and is served with a velvety almond custard sauce over the top! Yum!
Provided by Nancy Allen
Categories Cakes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. In a large mixing bowl, beat sugar, oil and butter. Add the eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla. mix well.
- 2. Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, cinnamon and cloves. Gradually add to oil mixture. Stir in the zucchini, chocolate chips and almonds.
- 3. Pour into greased 15 inch cookie sheet with sides. Bake at 325 for 30-35 minutes until center tests done. Remove from heat to cool. Serve with warm custard sauce (see recipe)
CHOCOLATE SWIRL ZUCCHINI SHEET CAKE
With a unique twist on the favorite chocolate zucchini cake, this recipe adds an attractive swirl of cream cheese that will have everyone asking for more. This cake can easily have other variations. I have made it without the cream cheese swirl/chips topping and have frosted the cake. I have also added other topping such as coconut, nuts, and caramel. You are limited only by your imagination.
Provided by Linda
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 1h25m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a sheet cake pan with cooking spray. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together 3 cups of sugar with canola oil with an electric mixer on low speed until the mixture is smooth; add 3 eggs one at a time, and beat again to combine. Beat in zucchini and vanilla until well combined. Beat the flour mixture into the sugar mixture by fourths, alternating with 1/4 cup of buttermilk after every portion of flour mixture. Mix the batter for 1 minute on medium-high speed, and pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese and 1/4 cup of sugar until thoroughly combined, then mix in 1 egg until the cream cheese mixture is smooth. Spoon dollops of the cream cheese here and there over the cake batter, and swirl the cream cheese mixture through the batter with a table knife to make a marbled effect. Sprinkle the milk chocolate and semisweet chocolate chips over the cake.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the chocolate portion of the center of the cake comes out with moist crumbs, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool on a rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.6 g, Cholesterol 42.8 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 260.3 mg, Sugar 31.8 g
Tips:
- Pay Attention to the Zucchini: Before using the zucchini in this recipe, ensure that it is properly dried. Remove excess moisture by grating it and then using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to press out the liquid. This will prevent the cake from becoming too wet.
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients: When baking, it's essential to use room temperature ingredients to ensure proper mixing and a smooth batter. This is especially important for the eggs and butter in this recipe.
- Measure Ingredients Accurately: Baking is a precise process, and accurate measurements are crucial for success. Use measuring cups and spoons to ensure that you have the correct proportions of ingredients. Incorrect measurements can result in a cake that is too dense, too dry, or lacking in flavor.
- Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined, taking care not to overwork the batter.
- Bake the Cake Properly: The baking time and temperature are crucial for a successful cake. Ensure that you follow the recipe's instructions precisely and use an oven thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.
Conclusion:
Indulge in a decadent and moist chocolate zucchini sheet cake that combines the richness of chocolate with the subtle sweetness of zucchini. With its tender crumb, delightful chocolate flavor, and the added nutritional benefits of zucchini, this cake is a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe provides easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips to guide you through the process, ensuring a delicious outcome. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey with this exceptional chocolate zucchini sheet cake.
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