Description
Pecan Zucchini Bundt Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert that combines the sweetness of zucchini with crunchy pecans and warm spices. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, delivering a perfect balance of texture and flavor in every slice.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups shredded zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 1 cup chopped pecans (plus extra for garnish)
- For the glaze (optional):
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in shredded zucchini and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake and garnish with chopped pecans.
Notes
- Feel free to add chocolate chips or raisins for extra sweetness.
- Substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds for different nutty flavors.
- For a lower-fat option, use applesauce instead of oil.
- Add shredded coconut for a tropical twist.
- Spice it up with ground ginger or cloves for added warmth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
