Best 6 Moist Chocolate Zucchini Cake Recipes

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Chocolate zucchini cake is a delicious and moist cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with fresh zucchini, which adds moisture and a delicious flavor to the cake. The chocolate adds a rich and decadent flavor that is sure to please everyone. This article will provide you with the best recipe to make a moist chocolate zucchini cake that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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ZUCCHINI CHOCOLATE CAKE



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This Zucchini Chocolate Cake is moist and delicious, easy to make, and packed with delicious chocolate flavour and fresh zucchini!

Provided by Chrissie

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter (melted and cooled)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 cups shredded zucchini
2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a 9-inch by 13-inch rectangular pan (or equivalent size) by greasing it and lining the bottom and sides with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla, buttermilk, and shredded zucchini with a whisk until well combined.
  • To a separate bowl (or in the same bowl, on top of the wet ingredients), add the flour, cocoa, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  • Mix together well with a spatula until combined and no streaks of flour remain.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan immediately and sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top of the batter.
  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan until cooled completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 417 kcal, Carbohydrate 56 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 285 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 35 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g

CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE III



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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

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 eggs
1 ½ cups vegetable oil
3 cups grated zucchini
¾ cup chopped walnuts

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

MOIST CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE



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Make and share this Moist Chocolate Zucchini Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Erica Vasta

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 9x13 inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup oil
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups grated unpeeled zucchini
2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Mix first 5 ingredients together.
  • Mix next 6 ingredients in another bowl.
  • Combine.
  • Spread in a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
  • Bake for 45- 50 minutes.

SUE'S CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE



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Our family absolutely loves zucchini, especially when we grow it ourselves. We've found many ways to use it, including this spiced cake that's super moist and chocolaty good. -Sue Falk, Warren, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup dark baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
1/4 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups shredded zucchini
FROSTING:
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan., In a large bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, whisk eggs, yogurt, oil and vanilla until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Stir in zucchini., Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake 25-30 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., For frosting, place evaporated milk, sugar and vanilla in a blender jar; cover and process 30 seconds. In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Add to milk mixture; cover and process 30-45 seconds or until thickened and smooth, stopping to scrape blender jar as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 330mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE



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The hint of chocolate in this moist cake is an unexpected flavor and a nice surprise.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 cups shredded zucchini
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter, oil and sugar. Add eggs, milk and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and cloves; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in zucchini. , Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with nuts and chocolate chips. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until cake tests done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE IV



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A delightful moist chocolate cake made with zucchini. top with Cream Cheese Frosting.

Provided by JEANROSE

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup butter
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 cups white sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups shredded zucchini
¼ cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and cocoa powder. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, oil and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. In a small bowl, combine shredded zucchini with milk. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the zucchini mixture. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 50.4 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 377.6 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a combination of all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour. This will give the cake a moist and dense texture.
  • Grate the zucchini finely. This will help it blend into the batter and prevent the cake from becoming too watery.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a greased and floured bundt pan. This will help the cake rise evenly and prevent it from sticking to the pan.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Moist chocolate zucchini cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist, dense, and chocolatey, with a hint of zucchini that adds a unique flavor and texture. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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