Pineapple Zucchini Cake

Name: Pineapple Zucchini Cake
Yield: 12

72 Ratings

Makes: 12 servings

Total Cost: $$$$

Stuffed with fruits and veggies, this hearty cake can be shared after a light lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

3 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups zucchini (peeled, grated)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups flour (all purpose)
1 cup pineapple, crushed, drained
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease or lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray, a 9" x 13" inch pan.

2. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, vanilla, and oil. Add zucchini.

3. In a separate bowl, combine baking powder salt, baking soda and flour. Add dry ingredients to creamed mixture.

4. Stir in fruit and nuts.

5. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until cake springs back when lightly pressed with your finger.

Notes

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Source:

Montana State University Extension Service

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 3x3.25 inch piece of cake, 1/12 of recipe (135g)

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Nutrients	Amount
Total Calories	520
Total Fat	26 g
Saturated Fat	3 g
Cholesterol	47 mg
Sodium	360 mg
Carbohydrates	67 g
Dietary Fiber	2 g
Total Sugars	41 g
Added Sugars included	32 g
Protein	6 g
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Calcium	50 mg
Iron	2 mg
Potassium	209 mg

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Nutrients	Amount
Total Calories	520
Total Fat	26 g
Saturated Fat	3 g
Monounsaturated Fat	12 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	10 g
Linoleic Acid	9 g
α-Linolenic Acid	1.2 g
Omega 3 - EPA	0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA	7 mg
Cholesterol	47 mg
Carbohydrates	67 g
Dietary Fiber	2 g
Total Sugars	41 g
Added Sugars included	32 g
Protein	6 g
Minerals
Calcium	50 mg
Potassium	209 mg
Sodium	360 mg
Copper	213 mcg
Iron	2 mg
Magnesium	28 mg
Phosphorus	107 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Zinc	1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A	23 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Vitamin B12	0.1 mg
Vitamin C	6 mg
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Vitamin E	3 mg
Vitamin K	22 mcg
Folate	105 mcg DFE
Thiamin	0.3 mg
Riboflavin	0.3 mg
Niacin	2 mg
Choline	47 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

	Fruits	1/4 cups
	Vegetables	1/4 cups
	Grains	2 ounces
	Protein Foods	1 ounces

I make this cake frequently for my food stamp classes. Usually everyone loves this cake, even those who say they don't like zuchinni. Sometimes I add 1/2 cup coconut which really adds to the flavor. For church potlucks, I add a cream cheese icing and i

03/28/07