Description
This Zucchini Chocolate Bundt Cake combines rich chocolate flavor with zucchini for a moist, irresistible dessert. Easy to prepare, it’s perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, leaving everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box devil’s food cake mix
- ¾ cup canola or vegetable oil
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups shredded zucchini
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 10- to 12-cup Bundt pan with baking spray or butter and flour.
- In a large bowl, mix cake mix, oil, sour cream, and eggs until mostly smooth.
- Fold in shredded zucchini and 1 cup of the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Heat the heavy cream until steaming, then pour it over the remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit 1 to 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Let the ganache cool slightly, then pour it over the cooled cake. Let it set before slicing.
Notes
Use fresh zucchini for the best flavor and moisture.
For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
