Zucchini Bread Cake

Experience pure comfort in every bite with this moist and flavorful Zucchini Bread Cake, a delightful twist on traditional zucchini bread that’s perfect for dessert or indulgent snacking. Packed with warming notes of ground cinnamon and the natural sweetness of grated zucchini, this recipe is elevated by optional chopped walnuts for added crunch and a luscious cream cheese frosting for a tangy finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you'll have a tender cake baked to perfection in under an hour. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy treat at home, this cake brings together wholesome ingredients and simple cooking techniques for a crowd-pleasing result. Whether you’re celebrating zucchini season or just craving a versatile cake, this showstopper combines the best of vegetable-inspired baking into a sweet masterpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 0.75 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Grated zucchini
• 0.75 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1 batch Cream cheese frosting (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth and slightly frothy.

Step 4

Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and whisk until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the grated zucchini and chopped walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 10

If desired, spread cream cheese frosting on top of the cooled cake before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1640.7 grams (1640.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5066

Total Fat 278.30g	357%
Saturated Fat 61.10g	306%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.80g
Cholesterol 492mg	164%
Sodium 3589mg	156%
Total Carbohydrate 612.30g	223%
Dietary Fiber 19.90g	71%
Total Sugars 397.20g
Protein 65.60g	131%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 486mg	37%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 2314mg	49%

*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: 48.0%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 47.0%