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Zucchini Squash Cake: A Must-Try Delightful Recipe!

A delightful and moist zucchini squash cake that is perfect for any occasion, combining the sweetness of zucchini with warm spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts and raisins or chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • For a cream cheese frosting, mix 8 oz of softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup of butter, 2 cups of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for a delicious topping.
  • Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.

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