Chocolate zucchini cake: a balance between pleasure and health!

Wait wait wait...a zucchini and chocolate cake, is it possible? The idea resonates strangely in your head and it's no wonder! Who could have come up with the idea of ​​adding zucchini to a cake? A crazy and clever idea, which has no other aim than to replace the (often too high) sugar intake. The best part is that you don't smell like zucchini! Are you reassured? Stay with us to find out more and discover our healthy tips to treat yourself!

Why is sugar an integral part of our lives?

What is sugar?

Sugar is an energy fuel necessary for the proper functioning of cells. It is mainly useful for the proper development of muscles, brain, heart and red blood cells. It's a carbohydrate. It is produced by plants during photosynthesis (a natural phenomenon transforming sunlight into energy). It is mainly found in beet or sugar cane, two producers powerful enough for commercial development without processing.

Sugar and fats are essential substances for the proper functioning of our body. Sugar is naturally present in our daily diet, and fortunately because it provides us with the energy we need. It is found in its original state in fruits and vegetables, or even in honey. Over the years, and the industrialization of countries, our sugar consumption has changed. Today we can say that we use sugar at our expense, without carefully identifying the real dangers if it is consumed in excess.

Here are some figures to give you an idea: The daily consumption of an inhabitant of an industrialized country is around 100g per day. It should not exceed 50g if you want to maintain a balanced diet. A study also shows that the French buy on average 35kg of sugar per year, compared to a world average of 20kg. (We are of course talking about processed sugar, contained in cakes, drinks, biscuits, etc.).

Furthermore, we cannot, and should not, do without sugar but it must be used correctly and should not be excessive. A little every day, avoid taking too much at once and excluding it completely at another time.

But how to do it? Are there solutions to limit sugar and other fats? Is it still possible to treat yourself daily? No need to stop baking or stop sharing good cakes with your family! Do it, but do it smart!

Our Healthy tips for treating yourself: The zucchini-chocolate cake solution!

And that’s where our original and unique zucchini/chocolate cake comes in! The greatest chefs will tell you, this method is 100% validated if you are a fan of good cooking and want to obtain a healthier diet without deprivation! Cut the calories in your cakes in half !

Chocolate-zucchini cake, the alternative to replace the fat in your cake and make it light and airy!

You are not dreaming, this cake has no physical difference from a chocolate cake, and yet it does indeed contain zucchini! It is not for the taste that the chefs decided to incorporate this vegetable from our childhood into their cakes but rather magically to replace the butter, and limit the sugar intake! That's not all, adding zucchini to your creations will also make your cakes even softer, for guaranteed success!

Why is zucchini gaining a special place in the world of pastry?

Zucchini is a food with interesting characteristics for pastry chefs, and all amateurs who would like to treat themselves with a delicious dessert. Indeed, this vegetable is made up of 95% water (often necessary in certain recipes for a softer result). The fibers contained in zucchini can easily replace part of the gluten and part of the proteins in eggs. Zucchini is an excellent structuring agent for your cake.

If you are worried about the taste possibly found in your recipe, even more so if you don't like zucchini, rest assured; you won't feel anything at all. Bland vegetables like our star or even pumpkin cooked in water will not release any flavor in your dessert. They are simply there as replacements, to lighten your pastries.

What self-love brings to your well-being!

To finish this article that we found interesting to offer you, we would like to remind you to what extent self-esteem is vital for well-being. Happiness is a coveted commodity, sometimes difficult to maintain on a daily basis, but one thing is certain if you put all the chances on your side by thinking about yourself and treating yourself, it will knock on your door more often! Take opportunities to enjoy simple, delicious moments, like sharing your new cake recipe with friends, family, or your spouse. Do not force yourself or condemn yourself to strict and depressing diets; find solutions to please yourself differently! We hope we have piqued your curiosity and that you will enjoy delicious chocolate and zucchini cakes! Besides, we've got you covered with a top secret recipe...

Zucchini Cake Recipe - Chocolate, without butter and reduced sugar:

• 20 g unsweetened cocoa powder
• 30 g flour (or cornstarch)
• 40 g of stevia or 80 g of sugar
• 200 g of 50 or 70% chocolate
• 200 g grated zucchini
• 4 eggs
• Vanilla extract

1. Preheat the oven to 180.
2. Break the chocolate into small pieces and melt it for 2 minutes in the microwave.
3. Peel the zucchini and grate it finely, collect 200g without draining it.
4. Separate the egg whites from the egg yolks. Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar and vanilla.
5. Add the cocoa powder, mix, add a little zucchini.
6. Add the flour or cornstarch, then the melted chocolate cools, mixing well. (Don't put everything, keep 3 spoons of chocolate).
7. Slip in the remaining zucchini - mix.
8. Beat the egg whites firmly then add them to the mixture, lifting the dough well to keep the air bubbles out.
9. Pour the mixture into a non-stick mold and bake for 30 minutes at 180 degrees.
10. Put the remaining melted chocolate on the cake once it has cooled, smooth it out. Decorate the cake as you wish!