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Zucchini Cake

Zucchini Cake

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups grated zucchini about 2 medium zucchinis
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
  • ½ cup of raisins or chocolate chips optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Grate the zucchini and gently squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel or paper towels.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, both sugars, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add oil and vanilla. Stir in the grated zucchini.
  5. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in nuts and raisins or chocolate chips if using.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Let cool completely before slicing.