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zucchini recipes dessert

A deliciously moist zucchini cake with a hint of cinnamon and topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for dessert lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup grated zucchini squeeze out excess moisture
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Frosting Ingredients
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Add the grated zucchini to the mixture and stir until incorporated.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
  2. Slice and serve the cake, enjoying the delicious flavors of zucchini in dessert form!

Notes

This cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.