{"id":19045,"date":"2022-03-17T11:39:56","date_gmt":"2022-03-17T06:09:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=19045"},"modified":"2025-03-07T19:01:07","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T13:31:07","slug":"chocolate-zucchini-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/chocolate-zucchini-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Zucchini Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This chocolate zucchini cake<\/strong> is rich, fudgy, and so moist. And no, you can't taste the zucchini! With a mega chocolate flavor, this is truly a dream cake for all chocolate lovers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The best part? Making this zucchini chocolate cake is as easy as it can get! With no fancy equipment and no complicated steps, it's perfect for beginner bakers. With simple steps, this cake comes together quickly and always always turns out amazingly delicious! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy baking with zucchini? Do give my moist and fudgy chocolate zucchini bread<\/a> and comforting carrot zucchini bread<\/a> a go!<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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\u2728Chocolatey, super moist, and decadent, this cake is a total crowd-pleaser! Great for parties, picnics, everyday treat, or an after-school snack!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728The luxurious, creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting takes this easy chocolate zucchini cake to the next level of deliciousness!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728A clever way to sneak veggies into your dessert! Trust me, no one will know, and everyone will just want more of this fabulous cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728So simple to make- No mixers, special equipment, or fancy ingredients are needed to make this rich chocolate zucchini cake. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>Recipe Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Flour:<\/strong> All-purpose is the best here as it gives a lovely, tender crumb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Almond meal:<\/strong> This adds texture and nuttiness to the cake, like in my very popular orange semolina cake<\/a> and honey almond cake recipe<\/a>! You can use store-bought or simply grind almonds in your food processor to make your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oil<\/strong>: I used sunflower oil, but feel free to use any vegetable oil that you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eggs<\/strong>: They add richness and structure to the cake. I haven\u2019t tried the eggless version of this recipe, but flax eggs are a safe substitute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sugar<\/strong>: Brown sugar brings a caramel flavor to the zucchini cake. But raw sugar and coconut sugar make excellent alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Zucchini<\/strong>: Feel free to increase the amount of zucchini. I used a cup of shredded zucchini( tightly packed), but one and a half cups or even two will not be a problem. Just remember that the cake may take longer to bake since the moisture content will be higher. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cocoa powder:<\/strong> For a deep chocolate flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate chips:<\/strong> They make the cake more gooey and decadent!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>How To Make Chocolate Zucchini Cake?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Step 1:<\/strong> In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, almond meal, cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2:<\/strong> In a blender, blitz together coconut oil, vanilla extract, eggs, and brown sugar till you have a smooth mixture. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> Add the wet ingredients to your dry ingredients. Stir in lukewarm milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4:<\/strong> Stir in the shredded zucchini and dark chocolate chips.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5:<\/strong> Pour the batter into a greased cake tin. And bake for 45 to 50 minutes, till a skewer comes out clean or just a couple of moist crumbs attached. As ever, I advise you to keep an eye on the bread after the 35-minute mark, as all oven temperatures vary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 6:<\/strong> Allow the chocolate cake to cool for 5 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7:<\/strong> Cool completely and top with the cream cheese frosting. Slice and serve!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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