Zucchini Spice Cake: A Moist, Flavorful Dessert Packed with Hidden Veggies!


 

This Zucchini Spice Cake is the perfect way to enjoy dessert and sneak in some veggies! With warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a tender crumb, this cake is naturally moist, subtly sweet, and topped with a dreamy cream cheese frosting.

Perfect for potlucks, afternoon tea, or a cozy treat, this recipe is easy to make and loved by kids and adults alike—even those who swear they "hate zucchini!"

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Super moist – Thanks to shredded zucchini (no dry cake here!)
✔ Warm, cozy spices – Cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla bring the flavor
✔ Easy to customize – Add nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips
✔ Great for sneaky veggies – Picky eaters won’t even notice!

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free blend)

  • 1½ tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg

  • ¼ tsp ground cloves

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature

  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2 cups shredded zucchini (about 1 medium, unpeeled)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1½ cups powdered sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

(Optional add-ins: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, ¼ cup raisins, or ½ cup chocolate chips!)

Step-by-Step Instructions



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