Kay'S Zucchini Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Kay's Zucchini Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert infused with shredded zucchini and complemented by nuts and a rich cream cheese frosting. Its tender crumb and subtle sweetness make it perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or as a delightful treat to enjoy with coffee or tea.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups sugar
  • 3 cups shredded zucchini
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups salad oil
  • 3 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup nuts

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar, shredded zucchini, eggs, and salad oil in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Beat the mixture for 2 minutes.
  3. Add flour, baking powder, soda, salt, and nuts to the mixture.
  4. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
  5. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9 x 13-inch pan.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Frost the cooled cake with cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

590 kcal 30% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.7g 17% DV
Total Fat 28.3g 36% DV
Carbs 81.9g 30% DV
Fiber 2.7g 10% DV
Sugar 0.7g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12678.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 546.3mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 69mg 23% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 31mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 13.9mg 15% DV
Calcium 1578.3mg 100% DV
Iron 5.8mg 32% DV
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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