Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Zucchini Spice Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting, a delightful addition to any dessert table. This moist and tender cake combines freshly shredded zucchini with a blend of warm spices, creating a cozy flavor profile that’s perfect for fall gatherings. Topped with a rich, creamy frosting, each slice delivers an irresistible treat that’s both satisfying and wholesome. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a quiet night at home, this versatile cake is sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces block-style cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In another bowl, combine brown sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- Slowly incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients and gently fold in shredded zucchini until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; add vanilla and salt before gradually mixing in confectioner’s sugar until smooth.
- Once cooled, frost your cake and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg