Cucumber Cake Recipe

 

Certainly! Here's a recipe for a delicious cucumber cake:

Ingredients:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

- 1 teaspoon baking powder

- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

- 1/2 teaspoon salt

- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

- 3 large eggs

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 1 1/2 cups grated cucumber (peeled and seeded)

- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

For the cream cheese frosting:

- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

- 4 cups powdered sugar

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well.

3. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla extract together. Add the grated cucumber and mix well.

5. Pour the cucumber mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. While the cake is baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.

9. Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

10. Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.

11. If desired, dust the cake with powdered sugar for decoration.

12. Slice and serve the cucumber cake. Enjoy!

This unique cucumber cake offers a refreshing twist on traditional cake flavors. The grated cucumber adds moisture and a subtle hint of flavor, while the cream cheese frosting complements it perfectly. It's a delightful treat for any occasion.