Zucchini Spice Cake

Moist, tender, and perfectly spiced, this Zucchini Spice Cake is a delightful way to transform fresh, grated zucchini into a dessert masterpiece. Bursting with the warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this easy-to-make cake is balanced with the natural sweetness of zucchini and a rich blend of granulated and brown sugars. Optional additions like chopped walnuts and raisins bring delightful texture and flavor to every bite. Ready in just an hour, this simple yet elegant bake pairs beautifully with a dusting of powdered sugar or a luscious cream cheese frosting. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy family dessert, this lightly sweet and spiced zucchini cake will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for fall gatherings, springtime picnics, or any time you crave a comforting homemade treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 0.75 cup vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups zucchini, grated (about 2 medium zucchinis)
• 0.75 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
• 0.5 cup raisins (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 the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt.

Step 3

In another mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the grated zucchini. If using, also fold in the chopped walnuts and raisins at this stage.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 9

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or top with cream cheese frosting for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1692.4 grams (1692.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5161

Total Fat 236.30g	303%
Saturated Fat 34.00g	170%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.80g
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 3186mg	139%
Total Carbohydrate 731.00g	266%
Dietary Fiber 25.20g	90%
Total Sugars 463.80g
Protein 73.50g	147%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 463mg	36%
Iron 24mg	133%
Potassium 2929mg	62%

*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: 39.8%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 54.7%