CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE WITH COCONUT FROSTING

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Grated zucchini makes this cake really moist, and the topping adds a nice crunch. When zucchini is in season, I shred, measure and freeze it in 2-cup amounts for this favorite recipe. -Lois M Holben, Creal Springs, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup canola oil
1-3/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 cups shredded zucchini
FROSTING:
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
6 tablespoons butter, softened
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the butter, oil and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and cloves; gradually add to batter alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fold in zucchini. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the frosting ingredients. Spread over warm cake. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Fat 24g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 246mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tristan Mbugua
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This cake is perfect for chocolate lovers. It's rich and decadent, with a moist crumb and a creamy frosting.


Para G
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


Chantell Strong
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This cake was a waste of time and ingredients. I would not recommend it.


Ndugwa Muhammad
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out well. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Bilkees Jahan
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This cake was not what I expected. It was more like a muffin than a cake.


Johnson Mwangemi
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The cake was a bit dry, but the frosting was delicious. I would recommend using a different cake recipe.


Prince Ff
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I would recommend using less sugar in the frosting.


Ximena Resendiz
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I've tried many chocolate zucchini cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's moist, flavorful, and the coconut frosting is the perfect complement.


Alfred Lackey
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Nwokedi Divine
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This cake was a big hit with my family. They loved the chocolate and coconut flavors.


Doreen Scarlett
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The cake was moist and chocolatey, and the coconut frosting was a great addition. I would definitely make this cake again.


Omale Gracegolden
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This cake was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I would definitely make it again.


MS Rabbi
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a favorite. It's easy to make and always turns out great. The coconut frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


Layan alghzawi
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This cake was delicious! I made it exactly as the recipe said and it turned out perfect. The zucchini made the cake moist and the chocolate and coconut flavors were perfect together.


Goma Panth
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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it. It was moist and chocolatey, and the coconut frosting was the perfect topping. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Miriama Degei
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This chocolate zucchini cake with coconut frosting was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it, and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.