Delightful apple and zucchini Cake. A perfect afternoon treat

Are you searching for a simple yet delightful and fragrant dessert perfect for an afternoon coffee or tea? My favourite apple and zucchini cake is a sure hit you'll find yourself returning to with joy.

When you desire a light and tasty dessert to accompany your afternoon coffee or tea strikes, this cake blending apples and zucchini is the optimal choice. The mix of these components lends the cake an unmatched flavour and moisture. Topped with lemon icing, this cake is bound to become one of your most cherished baked delights. Explore my straightforward recipe and relish the flavours of this extraordinary dessert!

The pairing of apples and zucchini might come as a surprise, but I assure you, you will be captivated by its taste and soft texture. The zucchini ensures it's moist and fluffy, the apples bring in sweetness, the cinnamon adds an interesting twist, and the lemon icing is just the right finishing touch.

Ingredients:

• 1 small zucchini,
• 2 large apples,
• 2 cups of cake flour,
• 2 eggs,
• 5 tablespoons of oil,
• 1 tablespoon of sugar,
• 120ml of milk,
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon,
• 1 package of vanilla sugar,
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder.

Lemon icing (optional):

• 100g of powdered sugar,
• juice from 1/2 a lemon.

Preparation:

1. Peel the zucchini and grate it on the coarse side of a grater.
2. Peel the apples and slice them into thin semi-circles. Next, toss them with half the vanilla sugar and cinnamon.
3. Blend the flour, eggs, milk, oil, baking powder, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
4. Press the zucchini to remove its juice and incorporate it into the batter and the apples. Stir well.
5. Transfer the batter to a pan lined with parchment paper and bake for 50 minutes at 180°C.
6. Optionally, drizzle the finished cake with lemon icing to enhance flavour and aroma.

If you're looking for a novel and delicious cake recipe, this apple and zucchini cake is perfect. I promise it won’t let you down!