ZUCCHINI WALNUT CAKE

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What gardener doesn't have extra zucchini? When it's abundant, I shred and freeze plenty so I have it on hand to bake this moist zucchini cake recipe all year long. The cream cheese frosting is yummy, and the big panful always goes fast at picnics or potlucks. -Marie Hoyer, Hodgenville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups shredded zucchini
2 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
4 large eggs
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts, optional
FROSTING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
Additional chopped toasted walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat the zucchini, sugar, oil and eggs until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder and baking soda; gradually beat into zucchini mixture until blended. Fold in walnuts if desired. , Pour into prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, milk and vanilla until smooth. Add confectioners' sugar and mix well. Frost cake. Sprinkle with nuts if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tianna Shi'ean
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This cake is a great make-ahead breakfast or snack. It's also perfect for packing in lunches.


Mustafa Ahmed
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I love the moist texture of this cake. It's also not too sweet, which I appreciate.


Alen TBoy
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This cake is a perfect way to use up summer zucchini. It's also a delicious and healthy snack or dessert.


Lynn Wandia
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I'm always looking for new zucchini recipes. This cake is a great addition to my collection.


Loot Khan
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This cake is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix it up.


Mapalo Sipalo
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but this cake was delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


Musambo Savio
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This cake is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. They'll never know there's zucchini in it!


Rhoda Akuol Diing
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I substituted chopped pecans for the walnuts and it turned out great!


Md Habib Islam
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I love that this cake is made with whole wheat flour. It makes it a healthier option.


Ariha's Vlog
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was a big hit with my family and friends.


Ssj2_lil_af
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Ameen Malik
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Helena Gado
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. It's also a healthy and delicious snack or dessert.


Mujahid Shabir Lashari
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I love the combination of zucchini and walnuts in this cake. It's a unique and delicious flavor.


Mafikassa Music
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I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd pleaser.


Nimisha Aryal
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This zucchini walnut cake was a hit with my family! It was moist and flavorful, and the walnuts added a nice crunch.


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