Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Zucchini Spice Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect treat that captures the essence of fall in every bite. This moist and tender cake combines freshly shredded zucchini with aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, creating a rich, flavorful experience. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, it’s an irresistible dessert for any occasion—whether you’re celebrating with friends or enjoying a cozy night at home. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make recipe that is sure to become a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 cups finely shredded zucchini
- 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 8 ounces cream cheese (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- Confectioner’s sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
- In another bowl, blend brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla using an electric mixer until smooth.
- Gently fold in shredded zucchini into the wet mixture.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before making the frosting by beating together cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, salt, and confectioner’s sugar until smooth.
- Frost the cooled cake evenly and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg