Yes, you read that right. Mocha zucchini coffee cake. Who thought adding vegetables to cake could work? Well, surprise—it does. Zucchini adds moisture without screaming “I’m healthy,” while the mocha flavor sneaks in to make everything better. The cake is fluffy, rich, and somehow, secretly nutritious. It’s the perfect way to pretend you’re making a healthy choice, but really, you’re just indulging in coffee-flavored heaven. If you’re skeptical, just wait until you take a bite—this cake might just convert you to the world of veggie-based desserts. Who knew zucchini could be so sweet?
Mocha Zucchini Coffee Cake
A surprisingly delicious cake that combines the bold flavors of mocha with the subtle moisture of zucchini.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Cocoa powder: ¼ cup
- Instant coffee or espresso: 2 tablespoons
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda: ½ teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Eggs: 2
- Butter softened: ½ cup
- Grated zucchini: 1 ½ cups
- Buttermilk: ¾ cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, coffee, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream sugar and butter. Add eggs, zucchini, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until well combined.
Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin C: 4%
- Potassium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for extra decadence.
- The zucchini should be grated finely to blend into the batter smoothly.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
