Best Easy Zucchini Cakes Recipes

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ZUCCHINI CAKE



Zucchini Cake image

This recipe came from my mother, whom I still proclaim as one of the best cooks in the country! Every time I serve it, it brings back memories of all the good old-fashioned cakes she lovingly prepared.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups vegetable oil
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-3/4 to 4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. In a separate bowl, mix oil, eggs and vanilla; add to flour mixture and beat. Add zucchini; mix well. Fold in nuts. Pour into three well-greased 9-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 325° for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter; blend in sugar and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Frost between layers and top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 931 calories, Fat 49g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 117g carbohydrate (87g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

EASY ZUCCHINI CAKES



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Very tasty way to use up those extra zucchini. Don't skip the fresh parsley, it really adds to the flavor. They taste just like crab cakes.

Provided by Renee

Categories     Fried Zucchini

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
1 ¼ cups seasoned bread crumbs, divided
1 small onion, chopped
2 large eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine zucchini, 1 cup bread crumbs, onion, eggs, butter, parsley, and seafood seasoning in a bowl; mix until well combined.
  • Form mixture into 4 round cakes. Pat remaining bread crumbs onto both sides of the cakes and transfer to a sheet of waxed paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chilled zucchini cakes until browned, 7 to 8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 974.1 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

FAST AND EASY ZUCCHINI CAKE



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Starts with a yellow cake mix. It doesn't get any easier than this!! Top with cream cheese icing - YUM!

Provided by Mommaof2Beauties

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 1/2 ounce) box yellow cake mix
4 eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon vanilla
2 cups grated zucchini, do NOT peel
1/2 cup nuts

Steps:

  • Beat together cake mix, eggs, oil, cinnamon and vanilla until well mixed.
  • Fold in grated zucchini and nuts.
  • Bake in a greased 9x13 pan for 30-40 minutes. Use toothpick to test.
  • Top with cream cheese icing when cooled - I cheat and use the canned!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.4, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 62.9, Sodium 351.3, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 20, Protein 5.3

EASY ZUCCHINI FRITTERS



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These fritters are unbelievably easy to make, low in calories, and the perfect way to sneak in some veggies!

Provided by Amy Gonzalez

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini     Fried Zucchini Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ pounds zucchini, grated
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Toss zucchini and salt together in a large colander and place in sink to drain for 10 minutes.
  • Put zucchini in the middle of a piece of cheesecloth; wrap cheesecloth around zucchini and squeeze to drain as much moisture from zucchini as possible.
  • Mix flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, kosher salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Stir in zucchini.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Scoop batter by the tablespoon into the hot skillet and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 50.9 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 792.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

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