Zucchini Chocolate Cake With Baked Topping Recipe

This family-favorite zucchini chocolate cake is a moist, decadent dream! Our "secret" ingredient (zucchini!) adds incredible moisture without sacrificing chocolatey goodness. Topped with a baked-on layer of brown sugar and chocolate chips, this cake is unbelievably delicious and surprisingly easy to make. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this lickety-split recipe!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 443.1 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Zucchini Chocolate Cake With Baked Topping

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How to Make Zucchini Chocolate Cake With Baked Topping

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan or a bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar, and 2 large eggs until light and fluffy.
  3. In a separate measuring cup, whisk together 1 cup milk and 1 teaspoon baking soda. Let sit for 2 minutes.
  4. Gradually add the milk mixture to the creamed butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon baking soda.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Gently fold in 2 cups grated zucchini.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  9. Sprinkle evenly with ½ cup packed light brown sugar and ½ cup chocolate chips.
  10. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

158g

Fat

39g

Carbs

20g