MAKEOVER CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE

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This cake has all the moistness and rich chocolate flavor of the original version but with fewer calories, fat and sugar.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 eggs
2 egg whites
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup corn syrup
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
1/2 cup finely chopped nuts
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the first eight ingredients until smooth. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the egg mixture and mix just until combined. Fold in zucchini and nuts., Pour into a 10-in. fluted tube pan coated with cooking spray and floured. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack; cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

janet lamb
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I will definitely be making this cake again!


Rafiq Hashmi
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This cake was so easy to make and it turned out so well! It was moist and chocolatey, and the zucchini added a nice texture.


Alex Bright
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The cake was delicious! It was moist and chocolatey, and the zucchini added a nice touch of sweetness.


Alyssa Burke
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This cake was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I would add more moisture next time.


Francis Morisi
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I wasn't sure how I would like this cake, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was moist and flavorful, and the zucchini added a nice texture.


Estykemy Space
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This cake was really easy to make and it turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Cinah Mohlouoa
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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it. It was a great way to use up some of the zucchini from my garden.


rich invester
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This cake was a big hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture.


Ryan Coniglio
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The cake was easy to make and turned out great! It was moist and chocolatey, with a hint of zucchini flavor.


Lubega John
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Malik Fahad
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I was skeptical about using zucchini in a chocolate cake, but I was pleasantly surprised. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the zucchini added a nice texture.


Tshepo Tshepsio
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This cake was delicious! The chocolate and zucchini flavors were a perfect combination, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


zephora fezile Malaza
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I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Faruq Adewole
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This cake was a hit! It was moist and chocolatey, with just the right amount of sweetness. The zucchini added a nice texture and flavor, and it was a great way to use up some of my garden zucchini.