Rich and Moist Zucchini Cake

November 23, 2012

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Our zucchini plants are out of control! We eat zucchini with at least 2 of our meals each day. I have had to get really creative with how I use it. My mom-in-law used to make this for my husband when he was growing up and he requested that I make it . . . it was a huge hit! Who would have thought that a veggie would make a moist and delicious cake? :)

http://www.sixsistersstuff.com/2011/08/rich-and-moist-zucchini-cake.html

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded zucchini
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional- I didn't use any)
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup margarine
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, mix together the oil, sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, 1/2 cup...
See the full directions on my site

Nutritions

Calories
229

Sodium
323mg
13% DV

Fat
9g
14% DV

Protein
3g
7% DV

Carbs
32g
11% DV

Fiber
2g
10% DV

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