Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Gluten-Free Chocolate Zucchini Cake, a scrumptious dessert that harmonizes rich chocolate flavors with the wholesome goodness of zucchini and sweet potatoes. This cake is not only gluten-free but also vegan, oil-free, and refined sugar-free, allowing everyone to savor its delightful taste without any guilt. Perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or just a cozy night in, this cake offers a balance of indulgence and healthiness that makes it an instant favorite for all occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups brown rice flour
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup sunflower seed butter
- 1 1/3 cup coconut milk (canned)
- Cooked sweet potatoes (about 2 small)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a greased springform pan.
- In a food processor, combine dry ingredients: brown rice flour, coconut sugar, cocoa powder, ground flax seeds, shredded coconut, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix wet ingredients: grated zucchini, coconut milk, maple syrup, cooked sweet potatoes, and sunflower seed butter.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures thoroughly until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for approximately 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg