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Gluten-Free Chocolate Zucchini Cake

This gluten-free chocolate zucchini cake is a healthy summer treat that you can feel good about eating.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Chocolate, Zucchini
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 15
Calories 272kcal
Cost $.72 per serving

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups gluten-free flour
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 eggs
  • 2/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup applesauce
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips divided

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9 by 13 inch baking pan.
  • Sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt into a small bowl.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, maple syrup, applesauce, and coconut oil. Stir in the zucchini.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the large bowl. Stir together to combine. Stir 3/4 cups chocolate chips into the batter.
  • Transfer the batter to the baking pan. Sprinkle the remaining 3/4 cup of chocolate chips on top.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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Nutrition

Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 178mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 122IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 1mg
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