Zucchini Orange Loaf

Zucchini Orange Loaf

I always wondered how zucchini would taste in a cake. Unlike carrots and beets, it has a neutral taste. But finally I decided to make the most basic zucchini cake. I added orange zest to add flavour to it. And the taste is simply wow. Not only does orange add a natural flavour to the loaf but also its sweetness. A must-try for those who haven't baked zucchini in a bread or cake. Plus, consider its numerous health benefits,

Ingredients

Whole wheat flour – 2 cups

Jaggery (powder) – 1 cup

Baking powder  -  2 tsp

Baking Soda – ½ tsp

Salt – ½ tsp

Eggs – 3

Zucchini (green) – 2 cups (grated)

Dark chocolate chips – ½ cup

Orange zest (grated) – 2 tbsp

Method

Sieve together the baking powder, soda and salt

Add jaggery powder and mix well

Add zucchini and mix to coat it with the flour

Beat eggs

Add oil and beat again

Add to the dry mixture gradually to blend well

Add chocolate chips and mix

Grease a 9x5” cake tin and line with parchment paper

Bake in a preheated oven (170 degrees C) for 20 to 25 mins

This time may vary from oven to oven

Health Benefits of Zucchini
Anti-inflammatory
Loaded with antioxidants
Improves digestion
Slows down aging
Lowers blood sugar levels
Supports healthy circulation and a healthy heart
Improves eye health
Boosts energy
Weight loss
Improves thyroid and adrenal functions