Chocolate Zucchini Cake with Broiled Topping

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Moist, rich, and packed with hidden veggies, this Chocolate Zucchini Cake with Broiled Topping is the perfect dessert that combines indulgence with a hint of surprise. Featuring shredded zucchini for a tender texture and subtle moisture, this chocolatey delight is topped with a golden, caramelized layer of brown sugar, coconut, and butter, broiled to perfection for an irresistible crunch. With simple pantry staples and just 20 minutes of prep time, this cake is an easy yet impressive treat for any occasion. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this dessert will quickly become a family favorite. Perfect for sneaking veggies into dessert, this recipe hits all the right notes of flavor, texture, and creativity.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 cups Zucchini, shredded
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cups Shredded coconut
• 2 tablespoons Milk (for topping)

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt.

3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.

4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined (do not overmix).

5. Gently fold in the shredded zucchini and chopped walnuts (if using).

6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. While the cake is baking, prepare the broiled topping by mixing together the brown sugar, melted butter, shredded coconut, and milk.

9. Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and carefully spread the topping evenly over the hot cake.

10. Turn the oven to broil on high and place the cake under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and golden brown (watch closely to prevent burning).

11. Allow the cake to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (153.0g)

Calories		423
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		20.2 g	26%
	Saturated Fat	6.9 g	34%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	5.7 g
Cholesterol		42 mg	14%
Sodium		263 mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate		60.3 g	22%
	Dietary Fiber	5.4 g	19%
	Total Sugars	37.0 g
Protein		7.0 g	14%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	2%
Calcium		56 mg	4%
Iron		2.3 mg	13%
Potassium		338 mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2180 cal (40.3%%)

Protein: 338 cal (6.2%%)

Carbs: 2895 cal (53.5%%)