Best Zucchini Walnut Cake Recipes

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ZUCCHINI WALNUT CAKE



Zucchini Walnut Cake image

What gardener doesn't have extra zucchini? When it's abundant, I shred and freeze plenty so I have it on hand to bake this moist zucchini cake recipe all year long. The cream cheese frosting is yummy, and the big panful always goes fast at picnics or potlucks. -Marie Hoyer, Hodgenville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups shredded zucchini
2 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
4 large eggs
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts, optional
FROSTING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
Additional chopped toasted walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat the zucchini, sugar, oil and eggs until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder and baking soda; gradually beat into zucchini mixture until blended. Fold in walnuts if desired. , Pour into prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, milk and vanilla until smooth. Add confectioners' sugar and mix well. Frost cake. Sprinkle with nuts if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ZUCCHINI WALNUT CHIP CHOCOLATE CAKE



Zucchini Walnut Chip Chocolate Cake image

Grace Engle of Cortland, Ohio relies on shredded zucchini to make this one of moistest cakes you've ever tried. She adds walnuts and chocolate chips to guarantee each piece is met with a glass of milk and a smile.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup chopped walnuts, optional
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in oil and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and cinnamon; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Fold in zucchini and walnuts if desired., Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ZUCCHINI WALNUT CARROT CAKE



Zucchini Walnut Carrot Cake image

This zucchini carrot cake is a tasty breakfast alternative.

Provided by MWOOLF

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups evaporated cane sugar
2 cage-free eggs
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
½ cup canola oil
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large carrot, peeled and shredded
1 large zucchini, shredded
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Cream sugar and eggs together in a large bowl. Mix in applesauce and oil.
  • Whisk whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in a bowl; add to egg mixture. Fold in carrot, zucchini, and 1 cup walnuts. Spread in the prepared pan. Sprinkle with remaining walnuts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 291.2 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

ZUCCHINI OLIVE OIL CAKE WITH MANDARIN ORANGE GLAZE AND WALNUT OLIVE BRITTLE



Zucchini Olive Oil Cake with Mandarin Orange Glaze and Walnut Olive Brittle image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

Nonstick cooking spray
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 large eggs
1 3/4 cup sugar
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups grated zucchini
1 cup walnut pieces, chopped
Mandarin Orange Glaze, recipe follows
Walnut Olive Brittle, recipe follows
1/2 cup sugar
6 mandarin oranges, segmented, juices reserved
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped
2 tablespoons pitted and finely chopped black olives

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a Bundt cake pan using cooking spray, and then dust with flour to coat it completely, tapping out any excess flour.
  • Sift the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg into a medium bowl and set aside.
  • In an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the eggs, sugar and olive oil on medium speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Then beat in the vanilla extract. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula, and then mix for 30 seconds. Turn the mixer to low and beat in the zucchini and walnuts until they are completely incorporated.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake the cake for 40 to 45 minutes. The cake is done when a tester inserted in the center comes out clean and the cake has begun to pull away from the sides of the pan.
  • Serve with the Mandarin Orange Glaze and Walnut Olive Brittle.
  • In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, add the sugar and 4 tablespoons water. When the water has evaporated, the sugar will begin to caramelize. When it reaches a medium golden brown, add the mandarin orange juice. Next, whisk in the butter and heavy cream. To finish the sauce, add the mandarin orange segments.
  • Line a baking sheet with a nonstick baking mat or with an oiled sheet of foil.
  • Heat the sugar and 1/4 cup water in a deep, heavy saucepan over low heat. Stir slowly with a fork until melted and pale golden in color. Gently swirl the pan and stir in the walnuts and black olives. Then immediately pour the caramel onto the prepared baking sheet, tilting the sheet to spread the caramel as thin as possible. Cool the brittle completely at room temperature. Break into small pieces with a spoon.

CARROT ZUCCHINI WALNUT CAKE



Carrot Zucchini Walnut Cake image

I created this recipe one day to satisfy several cravings. There are several shortcuts possible to make this recipe faster to make. For example, buying carrots already shredded then chopping them finer in a food processor would work fine. The flax/water mixture can be replaced by one medium sized banana, though I have not tested it for taste.

Provided by katedanger

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 16-18 slices

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups carrots, shredded
2 cups zucchini, shredded
2 cups sugar or 2 cups dry sweetener
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
2/3 cup walnuts, finely chopped (optional)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9x13 dark glass dish.
  • In a food processor, blend together the flax meal and all of the water until well blended. Let sit for at least 5 minutes (you could start shredding the carrots or zucchini while you're waiting). It should make a gooey mixture.
  • In a large bowl, cream together sugar and flax/water mixture. Add oil and mix well.
  • Mix in flour, spices, salt, and baking soda.
  • When well combined, add the carrots, zucchini and walnuts.
  • Pour batter into the prepared dish. Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 316, Carbohydrate 39.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 26.2, Protein 2.1

CARROT, ZUCCHINI & WALNUT CAKE WITH FUDGE ICING



Carrot, Zucchini & Walnut Cake With Fudge Icing image

An elegant and deliciously moist cake ideally made in a bundt pan; or if you don't have a bundt pan, use a 22cm-base pan. I found this recipe in the October 2005 edition of the cooking magazine 'Australian Good Taste' and I have posted it here for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. The preparation and cooking times below do not include the 15 minutes cooling time.

Provided by bluemoon downunder

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

melted butter, to grease
plain flour, to dust
1 large carrot, about 175g, end trimmed
1 large green zucchini, about 175g, ends trimmed
1 cup walnut halves
3 eggs, lightly whisked
1 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
2 teaspoons orange rind, grated
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1 2/3 cups self-raising flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
100 g unsalted butter
1/2 cup light cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 180ºC, brush a 2 litre (8-cup) capacity bundt pan with melted butter to lightly grease, dust with flour and shake off any excess.
  • Use the grater attachment on your food processor to finely grate the carrot and zucchini, place the carrot-zucchini mixture in a clean tea towl and squeeze out all excess moisture, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • Place the walnuts in the clean bowl of the food processor and process until finely chopped. Add to the carrot mixture.
  • Place the egg, sugar,oil and orange rind and juice in the bowl of the food processor and process until light and frothy. Sift over the flour and cinnamon and process until just combined. Add to the carrot mixture and use a large metal spoon to gently fold until just combined. Spoon into the prepared pan and smooth the surface.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Set aside for 10 minutes to cool slightly before turning onto a wire rack.
  • Fudge Icing: Meanwhile, to make the fudge icing, place the sugar, butter and cream in a medium saucepan over a medium-low heat. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until the butter melts. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-5 minutes or until the fudge thickens slightly. Remove from the heat, add the vanilla and stir to combine. Set aside for 15 minutes to cool slightly.
  • To Serve: Transfer the cake to a serving plate and drizzle with fudge icing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 834.4, Fat 58.9, SaturatedFat 14.2, Cholesterol 116.1, Sodium 394, Carbohydrate 72.6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 49, Protein 8.3

ZUCCHINI-WALNUT BUNDT CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE GLAZE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Zucchini-Walnut Bundt Cake with Chocolate Glaze Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by ashleyeraas

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup applesauce
3 large eggs
6 tablespoons safflower oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups zucchini, grated
1 1/2 cups toasted walnuts, chopped
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 teaspoons whole milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Coat 12-cup Bundt pan with cooking spray. Sift flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt together in large bowl. Set aside. Whisk applesauce, eggs, safflower oil, and vanilla extract in medium bowl. Stir in dry ingredients until combined. Fold in grated zucchini and walnuts until incorporated. Pour into pan and bake until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Cool cake in pan 10 minutes, then remove and place on rack to cool. Place heatproof bowl over, but not touching, barely simmering water. Add the chocolate, butter, and milk. Stir until melted and smooth. Spoon glaze over cake and let set slightly before serving.

ZUCCHINI WALNUT CAKE



Zucchini Walnut Cake image

This is an easy cake to make and it's very moist.

Provided by Barbara Hench

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 c vegetable oil
2 c sugar
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 c flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp cinnamon, ground
2 c grated zucchini (leave skin on )
1 c chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • 1. Mix oil and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time beating well after each addition; blend in vanilla. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and baking soda. Add sifted dry ingredients to first mixture; alternating with grated zucchini. Fold in chopped nuts. (Batter will be a bit thin.) Pour into greased and floured 13x9x2-inch pan. Bake at 350 for 50 minutes

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