Best 5 Low Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake Recipes
If you have a craving for chocolate cake but are watching your weight or seeking a healthier option, a low-fat chocolate zucchini cake is a delightful compromise that won't leave you feeling guilty. With a moist and fluffy texture, this delectable treat is made using grated zucchini, which adds moisture and a sneaky serving of vegetables without overpowering the chocolate flavor. The reduced fat content in this cake allows you to indulge in a sweet treat without compromising your health goals. Let's explore how to make this delectable low-fat chocolate zucchini cake that combines the indulgence of chocolate with a healthier twist.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE
This is the BEST Chocolate Zucchini Cake! Perfectly moist, rich and fudgy and loaded with zucchini (but you'd never know)! Topped with chocolate whipped cream.
Provided by Ashley Fehr
Categories Dessert
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease a 9x13" pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, buttermilk, eggs and vanilla until smooth.
- To the bowl, add flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt and whisk just until completely combined.
- Add the shredded zucchini (no need to squeeze it out!) and stir until combined.
- Pour into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean or with moist crumbs (as long as there's no batter it's good to go!). Let cool to room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Sodium 375 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 40 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE (DIABETIC FRIENDLY)
A great way to use those extra zukes. Low fat too! Serve with a dollop of low-fat nondairy topping and some fresh berries.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Dessert
Time 43m
Yield 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Spray a 9 x 13 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients and mix well.
- Add remaining ingredients and stir until well blended.
- Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool. Cut into 15 servings (5 rows in one direction and 3 in the other).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.6, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 25.1, Sodium 294.9, Carbohydrate 26.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 8, Protein 4.7
LOW FAT CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE
Make and share this Low Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by mollyvf
Categories Dessert
Time 1h5m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Blend applesauce and sugar.
- Add eggs, milk, vanilla, and beat well.
- Add sifted dry ingredients.
- Stir in zucchini.
- Pour into greased and floured 9x13 pan.
- Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.8, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 38.4, Sodium 389.2, Carbohydrate 72.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 40.9, Protein 6
CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE III
This is a moist fudgy type cake. Sweet but not extremely sweet and makes good use of zucchini! You can frost it with chocolate frosting or cream cheese icing.
Provided by Sandy
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 1h5m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Add the eggs and oil, mix well. Fold in the nuts and zucchini until they are evenly distributed. Pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool cake completely before frosting with your favorite frosting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 187.6 mg, Sugar 17.1 g
LOW-FAT CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI MINI MUFFINS
A sweet snack your kids will gobble up and you can feel good about serving. Freezes well and defrosts quickly!
Provided by RAITIRA
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Zucchini Bread Recipes
Time 36m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray 2 mini muffin tins with cooking spray.
- Melt chocolate squares in a large microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each melting, about 1 minute. Stir in zucchini, applesauce, egg substitute, and vanilla extract; beat well until combined.
- Mix sugar, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together in a large bowl. Add chocolate mixture; stir just until combined. Fold chocolate chips into the batter.
- Scoop batter into prepared muffin tins.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 56.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 92.9 mg, Sugar 7.2 g
Tips:
- Use ripe zucchini: Zucchini that is firm and has a deep green color will yield the best results. The riper the zucchini, the sweeter the cake will be.
- Grate the zucchini finely: This will help the zucchini blend into the cake batter and create a smooth texture.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
This low-fat chocolate zucchini cake is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite dessert. It's moist, chocolatey, and has a hint of zucchini that adds sweetness and moisture. The cake is also easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a healthy dessert option or simply a new way to enjoy zucchini, this cake is sure to please.
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