Moms Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Experience the ultimate fusion of indulgence and wholesome goodness with Mom’s Chocolate Zucchini Cake—a timeless family favorite that’s rich, moist, and secretly packed with two full cups of shredded zucchini. This easy-to-make dessert combines the deep, velvety flavor of cocoa with bursts of semi-sweet chocolate chips, creating a decadent treat you’ll crave again and again. Enhanced with the subtle crunch of optional chopped nuts and a perfectly tender crumb, this cake bakes up beautifully in just 50 minutes. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a simple weekday treat, it’s a great way to sneak veggies into your dessert while satisfying your chocolate cravings! Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with whipped cream for a show-stopping finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 3 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Shredded zucchini (unpeeled, pressed of excess moisture)
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another large bowl, combine granulated sugar, melted butter, and vegetable oil. Mix until smooth.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the wet mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in the shredded zucchini, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and chopped nuts (if using). Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice, serve, and enjoy your moist and chocolaty zucchini cake! Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or top with whipped cream before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1902.3 grams (1902.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5964

Total Fat 322.00g	413%
Saturated Fat 123.00g	615%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.20g
Cholesterol 816mg	272%
Sodium 4186mg	182%
Total Carbohydrate 794.80g	289%
Dietary Fiber 71.40g	255%
Total Sugars 457.30g
Protein 101.10g	202%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 414mg	32%
Iron 44mg	244%
Potassium 3936mg	84%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.7%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 49.0%