Zucchini Chocolate Cake using a Thermomix
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Imagine a dessert that is as intriguing as it is delicious: the Chocolate Zucchini Cake! This delightful treat marries the rich, indulgent taste of dark chocolate with the unexpected moisture of zucchini, proving that veggies can indeed sneak their way into dessert! Originating from the classic Italian 'torta di zucchine,' this cake is often a clever way to use up a bountiful summer harvest. The zucchini adds a subtle sweetness and ensures the cake stays wonderfully moist, while the dark chocolate provides a luxurious depth of flavor. So, next time you find yourself with an excess of zucchini, don't just toss it in a salad—create a decadent dessert that will leave your guests asking for seconds—and maybe even the recipe!
Ingredients
- 200 g Zucchini
- 200 g Dark chocolate
- 80 g Butter
- 100 g Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 Teaspoon(s) Vanilla flavor
- 120 g Flour
- 1 Teaspoon(s) Baking powder
- 200 g Mix of nuts
Steps
Zucchini
- Add 200 g of zucchini in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 5sec / 0°C / Speed 5.
- Transfer the content of the food processor bowl in a bowl.
- Setaside the preparation content at the bowl.
Chocolate batter
- Wash the food processor bowl.
- Add 200 g of dark chocolate, 80 g of butter in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 4:00min / 50°C / Speed 2.
- Add 100 g of granulated sugar, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon(s) of vanilla flavor in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 20sec / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Add 120 g of flour, 1 teaspoon(s) of baking powder in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 20sec / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Transfer the content of the bowl in the food processor bowl.
- Add 200 g of mix of nuts in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 10sec / 0°C / Speed 3.
Baking
- Preheat the oven at 180°C.
- Transfer the content of the food processor bowl in a baking dish.
- Cook in the oven at 180°C.
- Check if it is cooked with a toothpick, it has to come out clean. Add more time if needed.
- Let cool before cutting into squares.
- Serve Immediately.
