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Chocolate Lover’s Zucchini Cake

Chocolate Lover's Zucchini Cake
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Indulge in the delightful Chocolate Lover’s Zucchini Cake, a moist and decadent treat that beautifully combines rich chocolate flavors with the hidden goodness of fresh zucchini. This cake is not just a dessert; it’s an experience for any chocolate lover. Perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet escape after a long day, this cake is topped with creamy chocolate frosting that elevates its indulgence. With its easy-to-follow recipe, anyone can create this show-stopping dessert that will impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 ¼ cups grated zucchini
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • ⅔ cup cocoa powder for frosting
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • ⅓ cup whole milk for frosting
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternating with milk until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in grated zucchini.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. For frosting, mix melted butter with cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until creamy.
  8. Once cooled, frost the cake evenly.

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