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A Tuscan sweet zucchini cake

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Category: Dessert Area: Italian Medium
Perfect for:Special occasionsAfter-dinner treatsItalian food lovers
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Ingredients

  • 5 - 6 basil leaves
  • 250 g raw cane sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 50 g of extra virgin olive oil
  • 500 g all purpose flour
  • 1 glass of milk (about 200 ml)
  • Icing sugar to serve
  • Seeds of 1 vanilla bean
  • 500 g of thinly sliced zucchini

Instructions

1. Arrange the thinly sliced zucchini on a kitchen towel and season with a pinch of salt. Leave them aside for about one hour, so thy will lose a bit of liquid that could make the cake too wet. 2. Heat oven to 170°C. 3. Whisk the eggs with the sugar, milk, olive oil, flour and vanilla seeds, then add gently the zucchini and the trimmed basil leaves. 4. Grease a 25 x 40 cm baking tin with olive oil and scoop the batter inside. 5. Bake for about 45- 50 minutes until golden. 6. Let it cool down and serve dusted with icing sugar.

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

* These are rough estimates based on common ingredient values. Actual nutrition may vary.

184

Calories

3g

Protein

36g

Carbs

3g

Fat

1g

Fiber

Tips & Variations

Room temperature

Butter and eggs at room temperature mix more smoothly and create better texture.

Measure precisely

Baking is chemistry - use measuring cups and spoons for best results.

Al dente pasta

Cook pasta until it's still slightly firm - it will continue cooking in the sauce.

Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe is rated as Medium. A moderately challenging recipe. It contains 9 ingredients and detailed step-by-step instructions.
Based on the complexity of this recipe, we estimate it takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour to prepare and cook. Actual time may vary based on your cooking experience.
Many ingredients can be substituted based on dietary preferences or availability. For Basil, common substitutes depend on the role it plays in the dish. Feel free to experiment while keeping the overall flavor profile in mind.
The key to excellent desserts is precision in measuring and temperature control. Use quality ingredients like real butter and pure vanilla for the best flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, many dishes can be frozen for up to 3 months. Always reheat thoroughly before serving.