Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Hey there! Looking for a deliciously moist and chocolaty treat that sneaks in some veggies? Well, you're in luck because I've got just the recipe for you! This zucchini chocolate loaf is a family favorite and perfect for any occasion. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and let's get baking!

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Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Ingredients

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups white sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 3 cups grated zucchini
- 3/4 cup chopped walnuts optional
- Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan to ensure our loaf comes out easily later on.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
Add the eggs and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until everything is well combined and you have a smooth batter.
Now, it's time to fold in the star of the show – the grated zucchini! Gently fold in the zucchini until it's evenly distributed throughout the batter. If you're opting for the walnuts, now's the time to fold those in too.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
Pop the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. This ensures our loaf is perfectly baked through.
Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a bit before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, sprinkle the top of the loaf with powdered sugar for a little extra sweetness and a pretty finish.
Slice, serve, and enjoy the chocolaty, zucchini goodness! This loaf is sure to disappear fast, so you might want to make a double batch next time!

Notes

There you have it! A simple yet scrumptious recipe that'll have everyone asking for seconds. Happy baking!

Keyword Cake, Chocolate, Zucchini