These zucchini-based dessert recipes will make you feel like an experienced chef!
When it comes to food, I think we all have our preferences.
Some people like spicy foods.
Others, sweet things.
Zucchini is definitely a food that can fit into any one of those three categories.
But I think what makes us all fall in love with zucchini is the fact that it can be used in so many different ways.
You can put it in a whole lot of different dishes.
It’s such a versatile vegetable!
Here are some of my favorite zucchini desserts.
Let’s get cooking.
1. Zucchini Pecan Bars
These pecan bars are to die for.
They’re sweet, buttery, and loaded with wonderfully crunchy pecans.
They’re also full of zucchini, which makes them a terrific low-carb option for people on the keto diet.
Plus, they only have eight net carbs per serving!
So if you want a delicious treat that is both nutritious and delicious, give these bars a try.
2. Zucchini Brownies
Looking for a recipe that doesn’t require any fancy ingredients?
These zucchini brownies are the solution!
They’re soft, fudgy, and full of chocolatey goodness.
Just like regular brownies, they’re impossible to resist.
But instead of using flour and sugar, these ones use a gluten-free alternative – instant oats.
It makes everything taste better with added oats in the mix.
3. Zucchini Juice Tonic With Ginger & Lemon
Looking for a delicious, health-conscious way to boost your morning energy?
There’s no better way than zucchini juice with ginger and lemon.
The combination of lemon and ginger is the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
I guarantee you won’t be able to resist this thirst-quenching drink!
It has the same clean, sweet taste that makes it a great match for honey.
Plus, it’s super easy to make, so you can enjoy one serving in just 30 minutes.
4. Zucchini Dessert Crisp
This zucchini dessert crisp is essentially a miniature sweet potato casserole.
You’ll make it with zucchini and spices and serve it on top of a bed of vanilla waffles.
The recipe calls for butter, but you could all use coconut oil if you prefer, too.
5. Zucchini Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
This zucchini cake is so good, you won’t even miss the filling.
You can also create a unique cream cheese frosting that goes well with any type of fruitcake and chocolate or vanilla cake.
Make it vegan by adding almond milk to the whipped cream topping.
Or add some vegan butter for a rich and decadent taste.
6. Lemon Zucchini Drops
Pumpkin seeds are a great addition to any dessert, but I keep this one for parties.
You’ll need to toast the pumpkin seeds first before mixing them into the batter.
It gives them a nice crust and makes everything pop.
For some extra color, toss in a handful of chopped mandarin oranges.
If you want something super simple, try using just zucchini instead.
7. Chocolate Zucchini Cake With Coconut Frosting
I’m a bit of a chocolate cake person, but this one is definitely in my top five.
It’s moist, fudgy, and just the right amount of sweet.
Plus, you can use any type of nut butter you like.
I prefer to use peanut butter as it will give this a mild flavor.
Feel free to add extra fruits and nuts if you want it extra rich.
8. Zucchini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Move over, Oreos! These oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are everything you love about the famous treat.
These incredibly easy and delicious cookies are made with oats, chocolate chips, and shredded zucchini.
They’re sweet, soft, chewy, and totally decadent.
Best of all, they’re healthier than your typical store-bought cookie!
9. Zucchini Bread Breakfast Cookies
Sounds tasty, right?
I think everyone will love these zucchini cookies.
They’re buttery, soft, and a bit sweet.
The flavor is similar to a banana bread, but the texture is slightly lighter.
This recipe makes several different flavors of zucchini bread.
So you can pair them with any of your favorite breakfast foods.
If you want something a little more savory, try adding some ham to the mix!
10. Zucchini Egg Muffins
I don’t know about you, but I need a healthy and filling breakfast in my life.
And these zucchini egg muffins are the perfect way to start my day.
These muffins are made with fluffy eggs and cheese, giving them incredible texture.
Plus, they’re topped with a sweet and savory maple syrup glaze.
They’re also super easy to make because they use store-bought muffin mix!
11. Zucchini Crisp Bars
I don’t know how you make these crisp bars so tender and light, but I’m pretty sure it has to do with the quinoa flour.
It gives the crust a nice chewy texture that contrasts perfectly with the chunky veggies.
The best part is that these are pretty effortless – just bake them until golden brown, then top them off with a quick glaze of powdered sugar.
They also have plenty of chopped nuts and fruit for added flavor and color.
If you have time, add in some dried cranberries for extra gut-busting goodness!
12. Zucchini Brownies With Peanut Butter Frosting
Are you a peanut butter lover?
Then, these brownies are for you!
They’re dense, fudgy, and full of flavor.
The crunchy peanut butter topping adds a nice contrast between the rich brownie base.
And since these are healthy and low in sugar, they’re perfect for people on keto diets.
13. Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread
I know it’s not summer yet, but if you need a quick and easy dessert, this lemon poppy seed zucchini bread will help you out.
The cake is soft and buttery with an addictive taste.
It’s sweetened with pure maple syrup, giving it plenty of flavor without being overly sweet.
It’s the perfect addition to any brunch party or family gathering.
14. Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Chocolate zucchini bread is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that’s perfect for breakfast or a quick mid-day snack.
The cake is light and fluffy, while the zucchini gives it a nice crunch.
Top with some chocolate ganache frosting, and you have yourself a much needed food treat!
So go ahead and indulge in this decadent treat! It’ll be rewarded with a sweet reward.
15. Blueberry Zucchini Squares
Want to add a bit of sweetness to your summertime diet?
This recipe is perfect!
Made with a sweet, fluffy cheese mixture and topped with fresh blueberries you can’t stop at one.
This healthy treat will give you the energy for an active day.
Trust me, these are addictive!
16. Zucchini Walnut Cake
Tender and moist, this zucchini cake is a must-try if you’re looking for a healthy dessert.
It has all the classic flavors of a traditional cake – cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, eggs – but it’s thinner than your average cake.
That makes it perfect for summertime when you want something light and tasty.
It’s also good any time of year.
A quick bake will be all you need to make these gorgeous cakes!
17. Moist Pecan Zucchini Bread
Zucchini bread is a great way to use up all your summer squash, but it might not be the most nutritious.
Luckily, this recipe uses mozzarella instead of cream cheese.
I love how the bread’s light and fluffy texture contrasts nicely with the rich taste of cheese.
And don’t underestimate the power of adding chopped pecans! The nuts add a nice crunch that elevates the dish.
This is another great deal-grabbing recipe that isn’t too heavy or dense.
You can easily cut this down to two servings.
18. Chai Spiced Zucchini Muffins
These chai spiced zucchini muffins are the perfect way to get your morning on!
They’re packed full of flavor and have tons of nutrients.
Plus, they’re good for you because they have minimal carbs.
Plus, it’s super easy to make these muffins.
They require only a few simple ingredients and about 15 minutes of prep time.
So if you value your health and want something that doesn’t cause you major stomach distress, give this recipe a try!
19. Snickerdoodle Zucchini Bread
This snickerdoodle zucchini bread is the perfect way to get your daily dose of carbs.
It’s sweet, moist, and bursting with flavors!
It’s a fantastic breakfast or dessert loaf that you can enjoy any time of day.
Plus, you only need five ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep time.
This tender bread would also make an excellent base for other baking.
20. Lemon Raspberry Zucchini Bread With Lemon Glaze
This lemon raspberry zucchini bread is one of the lightest, fluffiest desserts around.
The base is a wonderful mix of all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking soda.
It’s sweet with a subtle tang that balances nicely against the tartness from the raspberries.
Top this with a lemon glaze for an extra special treat.
21. Butterscotch Zucchini Blondies
Sweet and buttery blondies are perfect for any occasion.
Butterscotch is a tasty addition to the mix, giving these blondies a lovely caramel taste.
Not only that, but you’ll add chopped nuts too which give them an added crunch.
These blondies are so good that they’re great for parties.
You can even make them ahead of time and freeze them for later!
22. Caramel Zucchini Poke Cake
This cake is delectable.
It’s a super moist and fluffy cake with incredible flavor.
The caramel glaze drips down the sides of each slice, giving it that perfect texture.
It’s also packed with veggies like zucchini and carrots and has added protein from eggs.
You can eat this cake for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
23. Moist Chocolate Zucchini Cake
I know that zucchini is not as rich in flavor as carrots or spinach, but it does have a lovely mild sweetness to it.
And when you add chocolate and vanilla, it’s not hard to see why so many people love this.
If you like the idea of thick chocolate cake with a light and fluffy cookie-like texture all over, then I highly recommend giving this one a try.
It’s also worth noting that this cake is super easy to make.
You can whip up the batter in less than an hour, and all you need are regular zucchini noodles for the rest of the job.
So if you want to take your baking up a notch without any extra effort, give this one a try!
24. Zucchini Crumble
This recipe is a great way to use up unwanted zucchini.
It takes only 20 minutes to prep, and it’s super easy to make.
Start by roasting your zucchini until the edges start getting nice and browned before mixing in some egg, flour, cornstarch, butter, salt, pepper, and milk.
Then let the mixture bake until golden and then serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
25. Lemon Zucchini Cake
This cake is light, moist, and bursting with lemon flavors.
It’s also wonderfully sweet and lemony, so it’ll satisfy your craving for something sweet.
It’s not a thick slice of frosting-covered cake.
The top is made with zucchini slices that get baked in the oven until they are crisp and golden brown.
Serve this with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for an extra special treat.
25 Yummy Zucchini Dessert Recipes
Ingredients
- Zucchini Pecan Bars
- Zucchini Brownies
- Zucchini Juice Tonic With Ginger & Lemon
- Zucchini Dessert Crisp
- Zucchini Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
- Lemon Zucchini Drops
- Chocolate Zucchini Cake With Coconut Frosting
- Zucchini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Zucchini Bread Breakfast Cookies
- Zucchini Egg Muffins
- Zucchini Crisp Bars
- Zucchini Brownies With Peanut Butter Frosting
- Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread
- Chocolate Zucchini Bread
- Blueberry Zucchini Squares
- Zucchini Walnut Cake
- Moist Pecan Zucchini Bread
- Chai Spiced Zucchini Muffins
- Snickerdoodle Zucchini Bread
- Lemon Raspberry Zucchini Bread With Lemon Glaze
- Butterscotch Zucchini Blondies
- Caramel Zucchini Poke Cake
- Moist Chocolate Zucchini Cake
- Zucchini Crumble
- Lemon Zucchini Cake
Instructions
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