For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding some chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter. To prevent the cake from becoming too dense, avoid overmixing the batter once you add the zucchini and other moist ingredients. If you don't have apple juice concentrate, you can substitute it with an equal amount of apple juice, but reduce the amount of milk by a quarter cup to maintain the correct consistency.
Sneaky Mommy's Chocolate Zucchini Cake
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME35 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS18
This isn't just a cake; it's a covert operation of deliciousness! Packed with fruits and vegetables, it's so good, you'll forget it's secretly healthy. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate30 g
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Cholesterol16 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium77 mg
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Sugar18 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. (5 minutes)
02
Step
5 mins
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder, and cloves; set aside. (5 minutes)
03
Step
3 mins
In a separate mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, applesauce, vegetable oil, apple juice concentrate, and vanilla extract until smooth. (3 minutes)
04
Step
7 mins
Gradually stir in the dry mixture alternately with the milk, then add the zucchini, carrot, raisins, and dates; stir until just moistened. Be careful not to overmix. (7 minutes)
05
Step
2 mins
Pour into the prepared baking dish. (2 minutes)
06
Step
40 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 35 to 45 minutes. (40 minutes)
07
Step
20 mins
Cool in the pan set over a wire rack. (20 minutes)
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Gladys Padberg
Jun 27, 2025I was skeptical at first, but this cake is amazing! My kids had no idea they were eating zucchini and carrots.
Maurine Kunze
Jun 25, 2025I added a cream cheese frosting, and it was a total hit!
Jeff Medhurst
May 29, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver! My zucchini plants went crazy this year, and this is the perfect way to use them up.
Lane Corwin
May 16, 2025So moist and delicious! I halved the sugar and it was still perfect.