COURGETTE CHOCOLATE CAKE

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Another favourite of mine from Alison & Simons Holst's "Meals without Meat". A moist delicious take on the traditional chocolate cake.

Provided by Kiwi Kathy

Categories     Breads

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

125 g butter
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
3 eggs
2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon mixed spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
350 g courgettes, grated
1/2 cup chocolate piece

Steps:

  • Prepare 25cm square cake tin by lining with strips of baking paper.
  • Beat the butter and sugars until light and creamy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, with a spoonful of the flour to prevent the mixture curdling.
  • Add the vanilla and yoghurt and mix well.
  • Sift dry ingredients together. Stir into mixture with the grated courgette.
  • Turn into prepared cake tin. Sprinkle surface with chocolate pieces if desired.
  • Bake at 170 degrees centigrade for 45 minutes or until the centre feels firm and the skewer comes out clean.

Afzaal Allahdita
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Nita Harris
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This cake is a great way to use up zucchini from the garden.


Jim Martinez
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success! All the kids loved it.


sameer tariq
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This cake is the perfect balance of chocolate and zucchini. It's not too sweet and it's not too dense.


Shahazib king shahazib king
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I'm always looking for new chocolate cake recipes, and this one is a keeper!


Randy Baker
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This cake is easy to make and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Desiree Nkosi
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Terath Kumar
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of chocolate and zucchini.


DIVINE SENATOR
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one is amazing! The zucchini really makes it.


Emma Walker
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This cake is perfect for a summer party!


Christan
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks delicious.


Bisnu Gupto
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I love that this cake is a healthier alternative to traditional chocolate cake.


execute_order77
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This cake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, birthday parties, and even just for a weeknight dessert.


mahmoud elsewedy
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I was skeptical about using zucchini in a chocolate cake, but I was pleasantly surprised! The cake was moist and delicious, and the zucchini was undetectable.


Md Hasinur Islam
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This courgette chocolate cake was a hit with my family! It was moist and flavorful, and the zucchini added a nice texture and sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


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