Best 2 Gluten Free Zucchini Devils Food Snack Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Gluten-Free Zucchini Devil's Food Snack Cake, a symphony of flavors that tantalizes your taste buds. This guilt-free treat is a culinary masterpiece, featuring a moist and fluffy chocolate cake infused with the subtle sweetness of zucchini. Its gluten-free composition ensures inclusivity, allowing everyone to savor this delightful creation.

The article presents a comprehensive guide to baking this delectable snack cake, featuring three irresistible variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences:

1. **Classic Gluten-Free Zucchini Devil's Food Snack Cake:** This original recipe serves as the foundation for this culinary journey, offering a harmonious blend of chocolate and zucchini. With straightforward instructions, even novice bakers can achieve perfection.

2. **Vegan Gluten-Free Zucchini Devil's Food Snack Cake:** Embracing a plant-based lifestyle? This vegan adaptation offers the same delectable experience, using wholesome ingredients like almond milk and flax eggs. Indulge in a guilt-free treat that aligns with your dietary choices.

3. **Paleo Gluten-Free Zucchini Devil's Food Snack Cake:** For those following a paleo diet, this variation promises a satisfying snack that adheres to your dietary restrictions. Using almond flour and coconut sugar, this recipe delivers a delectable treat without compromising taste or texture.

Each recipe is meticulously detailed, providing precise measurements, step-by-step instructions, and baking tips to ensure a successful baking experience. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, these recipes will guide you towards creating a delightful snack cake that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

DEVIL'S FOOD SNACK CAKE



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My husband and his friends request this devil's food snack cake for camping trips because it's easy to transport. That makes it great for taking to potlucks and other events, too, as there's no frosting involved. -Julie Danler, Bel Aire, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup quick-cooking oats
1-3/4 cups boiling water
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/3 cup buttermilk
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons dark baking cocoa
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips, divided
3/4 cup chopped pecans, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place oats in a large bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat butter and sugars until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in buttermilk, oil and vanilla. Combine flours, cocoa, coffee granules, baking soda and salt. Gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in the oat mixture, 1/2 cup chocolate chips and 1/3 cup pecans., Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with remaining chips and pecans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ZUCCHINI-DEVIL'S FOOD SNACK CAKE (GLUTEN FREE)



ZUCCHINI-DEVIL'S FOOD SNACK CAKE (GLUTEN FREE) image

Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box (15 oz) Betty Crocker® Gluten Free devil's food cake mix
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup shredded unpeeled zucchini (about 1 medium)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/3 cup water
3 eggs
Streusel
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Steps:

  • 1.Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 8-inch or 9-inch square pan with shortening or cooking spray. 2.Reserve 1/4 cup cake mix for streusel; set aside. In large bowl, beat remaining cake mix, 1/2 cup butter, zucchini, cinnamon, cloves, water and eggs on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Spread in pan. 3.In small bowl, mix reserved 1/4 cup cake mix and streusel ingredients with fork until mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle over batter. 4.Bake 44 to 49 minutes for 8-inch pan or 38 to 43 minutes for 9-inch pan until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Serve warm or cool

Tips:

  • Use a good quality gluten-free flour blend. Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. Some are gritty or have a strange taste. Do some research to find a blend that you like.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake in a well-greased pan. This will help prevent the cake from sticking.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • Use your favorite frosting recipe. The cake is delicious with a simple cream cheese frosting, but you can also use a chocolate ganache, a whipped cream frosting, or any other type of frosting you like.

Conclusion:

This gluten-free zucchini devils food snack cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat. It's perfect for a snack, dessert, or even breakfast. With its moist texture and rich flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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