This Pistachio, Lime & Zucchini Loaf recipe is a my go-to loaf cake. I love a good loaf cake and this amazing limey, nutty one is no exception!
It’s hard to go wrong with loaf cakes – that’s why I usually choose to make one when I am baking for a crowd. I made this cake for a recent coffee morning I hosted for my book club. They loved the cake and were so surprised when I told them that one of the main ingredients was zucchini! People are not used to adding vegetables to sweet treats, but zucchini in this cake works in the same way as carrot does in a carrot cake – it adds moisture! And I firmly believe that adding veggies makes sweet treats healthier!
Prepping this cake couldn’t be easier – you simply mix the wet ingredients together before. Add the zucchini and then stir in the dry ingredients. Make sure you allow for cooling time as the cake needs to be completely cold before adding the frosting.
To make Pistachio, Lime & Zucchini Loaf, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat the oven to 340 °F. Line a loaf tin with baking paper.
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together, then add oil, yoghurt, vanilla essence, lime zest and juice, mix until fully combined.
Add the zucchini and stir well.
Stir in the flour, baking powder and most of the pistachios (save a couple of tablespoons to sprinkle on top of the frosting).
Put the cake batter in the loaf tin. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the loaf has risen and is golden on top. When it is cooked an inserted toothpick should come out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack.
Beat the cream cheese and butter together in a bowl. Add most of the lime zest and the juice. Then stir in the icing sugar until the frosting seems thick enough to sit on top of the cake without sliding off!
When the cake has cooled down completely, spread a thick layer of icing over the top. Decorate with the remaining pistachios and lime zest.
Serve with a cup of your favorite tea or coffee.
This Pistachio, Lime & Zucchini Loaf recipe is a winner! The zucchini makes this cake super moist. Try it soon and make sure you tag your baking posts with #cookmerecipes.
So yummy! Zucchini in cake rocks!
This loaf was a hit at my book club. Who knew zucchini could taste so good in cake?
Delicious!
I made this for book club and everyone was amazed by the zucchini. It was a hit.
Incredibly moist cake!
Superb! This loaf was a hit at my book club. My friends were surprised zucchini made it so moist and tasty. Will bake again for sure!
This loaf was a hit at my book club! Amazing!
Superb loaf cake
I made this Pistachio, Lime & Zucchini Loaf for my book club, and it was a hit. Everyone was shocked to learn theres zucchini in it! It was so simple to make and just lovely. The flavors are a amazing. Will defenitely bake it again soon.
This loaf was a hit at my book club. Zucchini in it was so surprising, loved it!
This Pistachio, Lime & Zucchini Loaf is just superb! I made it for my book club, and wow, everyone was shocked to learn there’s zucchini in it. It’s super moist and the lime gives it a great kick. I love sneakin veggies into sweets, feels healthy and delish!
Simply delicious loaf!
I made the Pistachio, Lime & Zucchini Loaf for a coffee morning with my book club. Everyone was amazed by the flavor! The zucchini kept it so moist and the pistachios added a nice crunch. I'm thankful for a recipe that lets me sneak veggies into treats for my kids. Definitely a new family favorite!
Superb!
I made this loaf for my book club and it was a hit. The zucchini adds moisture, who knew! Everyone loved the twist of lime and pistachio. Such a great combo!
