Flavorful Vegan Spiced Choco Zucchini Coffee Cake
Flavorful Vegan Spiced Choco Zucchini Coffee Cake is a delectable fusion of rich chocolate and wholesome zucchini. This moist, vegan-friendly cake is spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, making it the perfect companion for your morning coffee or a delightful afternoon treat. Each slice reveals a tender, chocolatey interior that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Enjoy this guilt-free dessert at gatherings or as a well-deserved indulgence at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- ¾ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix maple syrup, applesauce, grated zucchini, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined; do not over-mix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg