MAKEOVER CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE

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This cake has all the moistness and rich chocolate flavor of the original version but with fewer calories, fat and sugar.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 eggs
2 egg whites
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup corn syrup
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
1/2 cup finely chopped nuts
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the first eight ingredients until smooth. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the egg mixture and mix just until combined. Fold in zucchini and nuts., Pour into a 10-in. fluted tube pan coated with cooking spray and floured. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack; cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

hiro Alom
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! The zucchini made it moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch.


luchys hernandez
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but this cake was amazing! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the zucchini added a moistness that I really enjoyed. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


MBR Basir Ahmed
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Kaddu Steven
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! It was a big hit with all of her friends, too. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was delicious. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Henok Begashaw
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This cake was absolutely delicious! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the zucchini added a moistness that made it irresistible. The cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again and a


Steve Snavely
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This cake was okay, but it wasn't anything special. The chocolate flavor was a bit bland, and the zucchini didn't add much flavor. I probably won't make this cake again.


Joseph Venecia
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up zucchini from the garden, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Joe Willson Sr
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This cake was a disappointment. It was dry and tasteless, and the zucchini was barely noticeable. I won't be making this cake again.


Sonia Romero
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the zucchini added a moistness that we all enjoyed. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Neima Kassahun
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Lucky Bhai
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up zucchini from the garden, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Raja Toseef
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! The zucchini made it moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch.


Juancarlos Villaverde
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but this cake was amazing! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the zucchini added a moistness that I really enjoyed. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Janice B
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Tigist Tadesse
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This was a moist and delicious cake with a rich chocolate flavor. I was pleasantly surprised by how well the zucchini blended in and added a subtle sweetness. The cream cheese frosting was the perfect complement to the cake, and it was easy to make.