Pineapple Zucchini Cake

Name: Pineapple Zucchini Cake
Yield: 12 servings

Makes: 12 servings

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

Wash hands with soap and water.
Preheat oven to 350 °F. Grease or lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray, a 9x13 inch pan.
In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, vanilla, and oil. Add zucchini.
In a separate bowl, combine baking powder salt, baking soda, and flour. Add dry ingredients to creamed mixture.
Stir in fruit and nuts, if using.
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	449
Total Fat	20 g
Saturated Fat	3 g
Cholesterol	51 mg
Sodium	362 mg
Carbohydrates	60 g
Dietary Fiber	1 g
Total Sugars	36 g
Added Sugars included	33 g
Protein	5 g
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Calcium	40 mg
Iron	2 mg
Potassium	136 mg

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Nutrients	Amount
Total Calories	449
Total Fat	20 g
Saturated Fat	3 g
Monounsaturated Fat	8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	8 g
Linoleic Acid	7 g
α-Linolenic Acid	0.9 g
Omega 3 - EPA	0 g
Omega 3 - DHA	0 g
Cholesterol	51 mg
Carbohydrates	60 g
Dietary Fiber	1 g
Total Sugars	36 g
Added Sugars included	33 g
Protein	5 g
Minerals
Calcium	40 mg
Potassium	136 mg
Sodium	362 mg
Copper	0 mg
Iron	2 mg
Magnesium	16 mg
Phosphorus	74 mg
Selenium	15 mg
Zinc	0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A	25 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Vitamin B12	0.1 mcg
Vitamin C	5 mg
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Vitamin E	3 mg
Vitamin K	21 mcg
Folate	105 mcg
Thiamin	0.3 mg
Riboflavin	0.2 mg
Niacin	2 mg
Choline	48 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

	Grains	2 ounces
	Vegetables	1/4 cups

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