This Zucchini Cake is a versatile and delicious treat. With a blend of warm spices, fresh zucchini, and a creamy frosting, it’s a cake that will become a family favorite. Whether you’re serving it for dessert or sharing it at a gathering, everyone will love it!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour – The base of the cake.
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder – Helps the cake rise.
1 teaspoon baking soda – Adds extra lift.
1/2 teaspoon salt – Balances the sweetness.
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon – Adds warmth and spice.
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg – For extra depth of flavor.
1 cup vegetable oil – Provides moisture to the cake.
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar – Sweetens the cake.
2 large eggs – Adds richness and structure.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract – For flavor.
2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis) – Adds moisture and texture.
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) – For crunch and flavor.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese (softened) – Provides richness and tang to the frosting.
1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened) – Adds smoothness to the frosting.
2 cups powdered sugar – Sweetens and thickens the frosting.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract – For flavor.
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or one 9×13-inch rectangular pan.
2. Prepare the Cake Batter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the vegetable oil and sugar together until well combined.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the grated zucchini and chopped nuts (if using).
3. Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans or baking dish.
Bake for 30-35 minutes (for round pans) or 40-45 minutes (for a 9×13-inch pan), or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
