Description

This Easy Zucchini Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful blend of moisture and sweetness, using fresh zucchini for added flavor. Perfect for gatherings, this cake combines simple ingredients with a creamy frosting that elevates its taste, making it a must-try for anyone who loves easy homemade desserts.

Ingredients

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2 medium zucchini, grated (14–16 oz)
3/4 cup vegetable or avocado oil
3 eggs
1 cup white granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 1 orange
2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp ground cardamom
1/2 tsp salt
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cardamom
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

About 30-45 minutes prior to preparing, let the eggs warm up to room temperature. Soften the cream cheese and butter for the frosting about an hour beforehand.
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, oils, eggs, and sugars, mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for approximately 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting with a mixture of softened cream cheese, butter, vanilla, powdered sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, and a pinch of salt.

Notes

Ensure your zucchini is well grated for better moisture and texture in the cake.
The frosting can be adjusted with additional powdered sugar for sweetness or cream cheese for tang.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg