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Easy Zucchini Cake Recipe

Easy Zucchini Cake Recipe

This zucchini cake is a moist and flavorful dessert, perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up plentiful garden zucchini and is topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 cups grated zucchini about 2 medium zucchinis
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • In another bowl, beat together the sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
  • Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Fold in the grated zucchini.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting as desired.

Notes

This cake pairs well with cream cheese frosting or a simple dusting of powdered sugar.