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Chocolate Zucchini Date Cake

This Chocolate Zucchini Date Cake is a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate with the moisture of zucchini and sweetness of dates!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups Bob's Red Mill gluten-free 1-to-1 flour mix
  • 1.5 cups dark brown sugar
  • 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1.5 cups olive oil
  • 3 cups grated zucchini
  • 1.5 cups date crumbles

Instructions

Instructions:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cake bakes evenly.
  • Grease your 9x13-inch baking pan with a bit of olive oil or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Using a grater, finely grate the zucchini. You can leave the skin on for added nutrients and color.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, dark brown sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt until well combined.
  • In another bowl, combine the lightly beaten eggs and olive oil. Whisk until fully blended.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  • Gently fold in the grated zucchini and date crumbles until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack. Once cooled, slice and serve.

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Grater
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x13 inch Baking Pan
  • Cooling rack

Notes

  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • To thaw, leave it at room temperature for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator.