Moms Chocolate Zucchini Cake Recipe

This decadent chocolate zucchini cake recipe won a blue ribbon at a cake contest! Moist, rich, and surprisingly healthy thanks to the hidden zucchini, this recipe is a family favorite. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion where you want to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 138.8 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 3.9 (17 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Moms Chocolate Zucchini Cake

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How to Make Moms Chocolate Zucchini Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube or bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened margarine, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and 1 cup sour milk.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in 2 cups grated zucchini.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the top evenly with 1 cup chocolate chips.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

7g

Carbs

6g