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Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the moist and flavorful Zucchini Cake with a luscious Cream Cheese Frosting. This easy dessert is a perfect way to enjoy the abundance of summer zucchinis.


Ingredients

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Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini)
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour a 9×13-inch pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: Beat eggs, oil, and vanilla; mix into dry ingredients. Add zucchini and nuts, if using.
  4. Bake: Pour batter into pan and bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Make frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter, add sugar, vanilla, and salt until fluffy.
  6. Frost the cake: Spread frosting over cooled cake before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • For added flavor, consider adding 1/2 cup of raisins or shredded coconut to the batter.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg