Spiced Zucchini Layer Cake Recipe Recipe

Name: Spiced Zucchini Layer Cake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground clove; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cups sugar; 3/4 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 cup vegetable oil; 4 eggs, lightly beaten; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 pound of zucchini, ends trimmed; 8 ounces cream cheese, slightly softened; 4 ounces unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 2 1/2 cups confectioners sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground clove
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cups sugar
3/4 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed
1 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 pound of zucchini, ends trimmed
8 ounces cream cheese, slightly softened
4 ounces unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
2 1/2 cups confectioners sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1
Move oven rack to the center position and preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Grease and flour two 8-inch round pans and set aside.
2
Fit food processor with a fine grater disk and grate zucchini. Set aside.
3
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, salt, sugar, and brown sugar. Stir in the oil until flour is moistened then add eggs and vanilla, stirring until thick batter forms. Stir in zucchini until just combined.
4
Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
5
Combine cream cheese and butter in the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and beat until thoroughly combined. Add sugar and vanilla and beat until smooth. Spread over cake and serve. Store cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

2168

kcal

Calories

113

Fat

269

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Spiced Zucchini Layer Cake Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Spiced Zucchini Layer Cake Recipe

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