Pecan Zucchini Bundt Cake Recipe
This Pecan Zucchini Bundt Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert featuring shredded zucchini, crunchy pecans, and sweet raisins, all spiced with cinnamon. With a rich vegetable oil base and a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, this bundt cake is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful way to enjoy zucchini in a baked treat.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Wet Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 teaspoons vanilla essence
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Add-ins
- 2 cups shredded zucchini (well-squeezed)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup raisins
- Prepare the Oven and Bundt Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan to prevent sticking or alternatively use a non-stick baking spray.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, and vegetable oil. Using a mixer on medium-low speed, blend them until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to the wet mixture. Mix on medium-low speed until the dry ingredients are fully incorporated into the batter.
- Incorporate Zucchini and Vanilla: Squeeze excess moisture from the shredded zucchini to avoid a watery batter. Add the zucchini and vanilla essence to the batter, mixing thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Fold in Raisins and Nuts: Gently fold the chopped pecans and raisins into the batter by hand using a spatula or wooden spoon to evenly spread the add-ins without over-mixing.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan. Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center—if it comes out clean, the cake is done. Let the cake cool before removing from the pan and serving.
Notes
- Ensure to squeeze out excess moisture from shredded zucchini to avoid a soggy cake.
- Use room temperature eggs for better batter consistency.
- Check the cake at 40 minutes to avoid over-baking as oven variations exist.
- Optionally, dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar or drizzle with cream cheese glaze for extra flavor.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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