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
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.
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Tristan Mbugua
[email protected]This cake is perfect for chocolate lovers. It's rich and decadent, with a moist crumb and a creamy frosting.
Para G
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this cake again and again.
Chantell Strong
[email protected]This cake was a waste of time and ingredients. I would not recommend it.
Ndugwa Muhammad
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out well. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Bilkees Jahan
[email protected]This cake was not what I expected. It was more like a muffin than a cake.
Johnson Mwangemi
[email protected]The cake was a bit dry, but the frosting was delicious. I would recommend using a different cake recipe.
Prince Ff
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Nwokedi Divine
[email protected]This cake was a big hit with my family. They loved the chocolate and coconut flavors.
Doreen Scarlett
[email protected]The cake was moist and chocolatey, and the coconut frosting was a great addition. I would definitely make this cake again.
Omale Gracegolden
[email protected]This cake was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I would definitely make it again.
MS Rabbi
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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.