FUDGY ORANGE-ZUCCHINI CAKE WITH ORANGE GLAZE

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Categories     Cake     Chocolate     Citrus     Egg     Nut     Vegetable     Dessert     Bake     Orange     Zucchini     Party

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup cocoa
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup butter
2 cups sugar
3 eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 cup milk
3 cups grated zucchini
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 cup chopped nuts
calendula blossoms and petals, tuberous begonia blossoms, or orange mint sprigs, for garnish
Orange Glaze
1 1/4 cups sifted confectioner' sugar
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Sift the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon together and set aside. In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs, vanilla and milk to the butter mixture. Stir in the dry ingredients and mix until well blended. Fold in the zucchini, orange zest and nuts. Pour into a greased and floured bundt cake pan.Bake 50 to 60 minutes. Allow the cake to cool for 15 minutes before turning out onto a rack.
  • To make the glaze, in a bowl mix together the sugar, orange juice and vanilla. While the cake is still warm, drizzle with the glaze. Garnish with flowers or mint sprigs.

Robiul Islam Robin
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves zucchini cake.


megee one
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This cake is delicious! The orange glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Umm-e-Roman Shezad Mano Shezad
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I've made this cake several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.


kccarneiro85
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. The orange glaze really takes it over the top.


KATLEGO MAKGOWA SA
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I made this cake for my family, and they all loved it. It's a new favorite recipe!


Mehta bro Mehta
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This cake is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They'll never know there's zucchini in it!


Therica Carter
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I love the combination of orange and zucchini in this cake. It's so refreshing and delicious.


Alton Rex Tucker Tucker
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's great for birthdays, potlucks, or just a simple snack.


Nisar Hazara
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I've never made zucchini cake before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's so moist and flavorful!


Marklando Lee
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This cake is a great way to use up summer zucchini. It's also a delicious and healthy snack.


Melvina N Taylor
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The orange glaze is the perfect finishing touch to this cake. It's sweet and tangy, and it really complements the flavor of the cake.


Mpume Pinky
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I love that this cake is made with whole wheat flour and maple syrup. It's a healthier option than most cakes.


Nilufa Yeasmin
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This cake is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!


John Marrs
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The cake was easy to make, and the orange glaze really made it.


Jecca Cane
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I was a bit skeptical about using zucchini in a cake, but I was pleasantly surprised! This cake was delicious.


Musu Sesay
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I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


AKIF AFRIDI
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This cake was so moist and flavorful! I loved the orange glaze.


Shiva Wagle
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I've made this cake several times, and it always turns out amazing! It's a great way to use up summer zucchini.


Palesa Mahlasela
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This orange zucchini cake with orange glaze was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the cake was moist and fluffy.