Chocolate-Zucchini Gateau Recipe

Name: Chocolate-Zucchini Gateau
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour; 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon espresso powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup sugar; 2 eggs plus 2 egg whites; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 cups shredded zucchini; 12 ounces low-fat vanilla yogurt

Servings: persons

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1. Grease a 9-inch square metal baking pan and line the bottom with parchment; grease the parchment.
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2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder, espresso powder and salt.
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3. Using an electric mixer, beat the sugar, eggs and egg whites at medium-high speed until pale in color, about 3 minutes.
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4. Whisk in the olive oil.
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5. Stir in the zucchini
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6. Stir in the flour mixture and 1 container yogurt alternately in 2 batches.
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7. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
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8. Bake until springy to the touch and a cake tester comes out clean, about 35 minutes. 9. Serve warm with the remaining yogurt or let cool and decorate with icing.

997

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups flour, 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon espresso powder, and more.

Yes, Chocolate-Zucchini Gateau falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate-Zucchini Gateau

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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