ZUCCHINI CAKE WITH LIME AND PISTACHIO

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An Australian cup is 250ml. A plain ring tin is not as deep as a fluted ring so may not be suitable for the amount of mixture. Because of the detailed shape of the cake tin it may not be able to be lined with baking paper, so brush the tin with a thick layer of melted butter and dust with flour or desiccated coconut to prevent sticking. Only use a light flavoured oil such as a 'lite' olive, safflower or canola, not strong flavours such as virgin olive oil or peanut oil. The unglazed cake can be frozen for up 3 weeks, allow to thaw in the fridge.

Provided by Jewelies

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

melted butter, for greasing
2 tablespoons self-raising flour
2 large zucchini (or 3 medium)
2 limes
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups caster sugar
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
1/2 cup pistachios
3/4 cup almond meal
2 cups self-raising flour, sifted
2 teaspoons ground cardamom, sifted
60 g butter
1 lime, juice of
1 cup pure sifted icing sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C Brush a fancy or fluted deep 22cm ring tin with melted butter and dust with flour. Rinse the zucchini and pat dry with paper towel. Grate the zucchini using a large hole grater.
  • Finely grate the rind from the 2 limes. Place the oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla and lime rind into a large mixing bowl and whisk with a ballon whisk until the mixture is well combined and thickens.
  • Using a large sharp knife chop the pistachios finely. Add the prepared pistachios, almond meal, flour, cardamom and zucchini mix with a wooden spoon until just combined.
  • Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin, smooth the surface. Bake for 45 minutes or until when a skewer comes out clean when inserted in the centre of the cake. Stand the cake on a wire rack for 10 minutes before turning out, to cool. Sit the cake right side up on a cake cooler and stand over a sheet of baking paper. When cold pour the glaze over the cake, sprinkle with the pistachios, and stand for 30 minutes before serving.
  • To make the glaze place the butter and lime juice into a medium pan stir over a low heat until the butter has melted remove from the heat and add the icing sugar, stir to combine. Return to the heat and stir for 1 minute. Remove and stand for 15 minutes before pouring over the cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.7, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 63.6, Sodium 333.2, Carbohydrate 59, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 37.2, Protein 8

M N
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the lime and pistachio frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


Michael Scott
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This cake is delicious! The zucchini makes it so moist and the lime and pistachio flavors are perfect together. I'll definitely be making this again.


Natural Forever Beauty
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! I love the combination of lime and pistachio. It's a perfect summer treat.


Gladswell Otieno
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I'm always looking for new zucchini recipes, and this one is a keeper! The lime and pistachio flavors really make this cake special.


Fahad Awan
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. It's also a healthy and delicious snack. I love that it's not too sweet.


Masud Juwel
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I'm not a baker, but this cake was really easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Aboy Kiz
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This cake is so moist and delicious! The zucchini makes it really light and fluffy. I would definitely recommend trying this recipe.


Krisel Milos
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I love the unique flavor of this cake. The lime and pistachio flavors are a perfect match. I'll definitely be making this again.


Chaudhary Sunita
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This cake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for birthday parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack. It's always a hit!


joel cabrera
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but this cake was actually really good! The lime and pistachio flavors really helped to balance out the zucchini flavor.


Dean Pretorius
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. It's also a delicious and refreshing summer treat.


Fransisca Okojie
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The zucchini makes the cake moist and flavorful, and the lime and pistachio add a unique twist.


Shabeeh Hussain
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! The lime and pistachio flavors really shine through. I would definitely recommend trying this recipe.


ANDY OMOREGIE
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the bright green color. It was also really easy to make, which is always a plus.


Mam Moree
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This zucchini cake was a delightful surprise! The combination of lime and pistachio was unique and flavorful, and the cake itself was moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.