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Zucchini Cinnamon Roll Cake

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A delicious twist on classic cinnamon rolls transformed into a moist cake, featuring hidden zucchini for added texture and sweetness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups grated zucchini
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (for cinnamon swirl)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for cinnamon swirl)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or a 9×9 square baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl: whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Combine the wet ingredients in a separate bowl: beat the eggs, then mix in the oil and vanilla extract, followed by the grated zucchini.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture, gently stirring until just combined.
  5. Make the cinnamon swirl by combining the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  6. Layer half of the cake batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over it, then pour the remaining batter and sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  7. Swirl the layers together gently using a knife.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cake for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. In the meantime, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to create a glaze.
  10. Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled cake and serve!

Notes

This cake stores well in an airtight container for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: zucchini cake, cinnamon roll, dessert, baking, comfort food

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