Chocolate Zucchini Cake
Chocolate Zucchini Cake is moist, decadent and has all the traditional ingredients of classic chocolate cake, with the addition of zucchini and applesauce.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 2 cup flour
- 1 ½ cup sugar
- ⅔ cup cocoa
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 cup zucchini, shredded
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup canola or vegetable oil
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
For the frosting:
- 2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 stick butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and lightly flour 10" X 15" X 1" jelly roll pan.
- In a large bowl mix the ingredients for the cake until combined. Pour into jelly roll pan. Bake for 23-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Beat the butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Beat in enough milk to make the frosting a spreadable consistency. Spread evenly, in a thin layer, over cooled cake.
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About Mindy
Mindy has been cooking for over 30 years, starting as a young mother who learned how to create delicious meals on a budget. Today, she shares approachable recipes made with everyday ingredients that are easy, affordable, and family-friendly. Her goal is to show that great food doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive.