Zucchini and Lime Cake
A warm and moist Zucchini and Lime Cake, blending zest and sweetness for a comforting dessert experience.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 2 medium eggs They provide structure and moisture.
- 120 ml vegetable oil Keeps your cake beautifully moist.
- 90 g light brown sugar Adds a sweet, caramel undertone.
- 350 g courgette (coarsely grated) Incorporates veggies without bitterness.
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste For warm, inviting aroma.
- 290 g plain flour (all-purpose flour) Gives the cake body and structure.
- ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) Provides lift and tenderness.
- ½ tsp baking powder Ensures a delightful rise.
- 1 lime lime (zest only) Provides zingy flavor.
For the icing
- 90 g icing sugar For a sweet glaze.
- 1 lime lime (juice and zest) Adds refreshing kick to the icing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 160°C Fan (320°F). Lightly grease a 2-pound loaf tin and line it with baking parchment.
- In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, vegetable oil, light brown sugar, and vanilla bean paste for about one minute using a handheld mixer.
Mixing
- Fold in the coarsely grated courgette and the zest from your lime gently.
- In another bowl, stir together the plain flour, bicarbonate of soda, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Carefully fold the dry ingredients into your wet mixture, being gentle to prevent overmixing.
Baking
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf tin and bake in the center of your oven for about 1 hour, or until a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10-15 minutes before lifting it out and letting it cool completely on a wire rack.
Icing
- Once your Zucchini and Lime Cake has cooled, make the icing by mixing icing sugar with lime juice until a thick yet drizzleable consistency is achieved.
- Pour the icing over the cooled cake and sprinkle the zest of one lime on top.
Notes
Best served with tea or coffee. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture.