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As often as possible you will find new recipes, that I have found on the internet, from others and some that are family favorites. Most are easy and use common ingredients found in most kitchens. Not all pictures are taken by me, but I do add my own pictures as soon as I can after I have made the recipe and remember to take the picture. Pull up a chair, help yourself to some coffee and make yourself at home. Please leave a comment, I appreciate feedback. Thank you.

Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Chocolate Zucchini Bundt cake

Chocolate Zucchini cake

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup canola oil
3 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 350* F. Grease and flour bundt pan.

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In a large bowl, on medium speed, beat sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until combined.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add flour mixture to wet ingredients, until blended. Stir zucchini and chocolate chips.
Pour batter into prepared pan(s). Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, and then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.



Chocolate Glaze
3 tablespoons cocoa
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup powdered sugar 

2 -3 tablespoons hot water