Moist and delicious, this is a great way of using those extra summer zucchini! The streusel adds a wonderful layer of crunchiness and flavor.

I believe one of the greatest appeals of a bundt cake is that it's simple. Even when it's studded with whatever and has a glaze on top, it still can be considered simple. Take the same cake and bake it in layers and take the glaze and use it for filling and frosting and it's not a simple cake. I rest my case. There's something about them.

There's a new group in town. Of course, it's a mad-about-bundts group. The brainchild of Lora and Anudhara of Baker Street, two lovely, lovely bloggers who continuously bake one goodie after another.

Overview of two slices of bundt cake on faded white table; white cake stand partial view

I'm very serious about my love for bundt cakes; there's enough proof in this little blog of it, whether it's maple walnut, chocolate Kahlua, or banana bourbon.

This months' theme is zucchini. However, you want to use it as long as it's part of the cake. I decided to use it with raisins and a cinnamon streusel. You can't find the streusel? It's at the bottom of the cake. Or at least it will after you bake it and unmold it. The top becomes the bottom when it comes to bundt cakes.

Straight view of slices of bundt cake on dark white table, cake stand in background

This is really a simple cake. For starters it uses oil. That in itself makes for an easy batter.

It also has a most delectable mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and walnuts that is sprinkled on top and will later become the bottom. Yes, the streusel. I just wanted to know if you were paying attention here.

Finally, plump yellow raisins and freshly grated zucchini. Not just a simple cake. A simple and delectable bundt cake. It makes a good gift, a good pair for afternoon tea, for a brunch or a picnic.

The flavors come together wonderfully. The speckled crumb is lovely by itself, with those bits of green.

The crunchy bottom a nice surprise. Time to go into the kitchen and bake a zucchini raisin bundt cake with cinnamon streusel!

Zucchini Raisin Bundt Cake with Cinnamon Streusel

Author: Paula Montenegro
Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

You can add 1/2 cup of walnuts in addition to the raisins.

Scale

Ingredients

For the cake:

2 eggs
½ cup vegetable oil (I use canola)
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 ¼ cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup grated zucchini (1 medium)
1 cup yellow raisins (optional)
Cinnamon streusel (recipe below)
Confectioners' sugar (for sprinkling)

For cinnamon streusel:

3 Tbs flour
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ cup brown sugar
Pinch of baking powder
1 Tbs melted butter
2 Tbs finely chopped walnuts

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350º. Grease a bundt cake pan.
In a large bowl beat eggs, oil, sugar and vanilla until foamy, about 1 minute.
Sift over it flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon. Mix well but don't overmix.
Add grated zucchini (I grate it directly over the batter) and raisins. Mix well and pour into prepared pan.
Sprinkle streusel over batter and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until tester inserted comes out clean. Let cool on wire rack, invert onto serving plate, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and serve.
In a small bowl combine all streusel ingredients until crumbly.

Adapted from Easiest and Best Coffee Cakes and Quick Breads, by Renny Darling

Paula Montenegro

I'm Paula, a baker for more than 30 years and your designated recipe finder, sharing the best ones on this blog, with simple ingredients + easy-to-follow instructions.

Comments

Carol | a cup of mascarpone says

September 21, 2012 at 5:57 pm

I love zucchini bread and bundt cake and the movie you mentioned - so I continued to read your enjoyable post, Paula!!! I love every ingredient in this bundt - so we can still be friends, right!?! 🙂 Happy Friday!!!

Kathy says

September 21, 2012 at 11:17 am

Oh Paula, this looks so lovely and delicious…a perfect cake to enjoy everyday…for me it would be my breakfast choice!

mividaenundulce says

September 20, 2012 at 4:51 pm

Since my kids discovered they can eat zucchini in a cake I'm looking for great recipes with that vegetable, this is one of them and I must try.

Medeja says

September 20, 2012 at 7:20 am

Looks lovely! Sounds good! I am a big fan of such interesting bundt cakes!

Inside a British Mum's Kitchen says

September 20, 2012 at 12:59 am

I absolutely LOVE these flavors - zucchini bread is a favorite around here - so thanks for such a great recipe!
mary x

Lizzy Do says

September 20, 2012 at 12:24 am

Oh, boy, does this look moist and delectable! I love zucchini bread, so I know I'd go nuts over your cake!

yummychunklet says

September 19, 2012 at 5:54 pm

Looks delicious. What a bundt!

Guru Uru says

September 19, 2012 at 5:41 pm

Can't believe a bundt like this involves zucchini it looks way too delicious 😀

Cheers
Choc Chip Uru

Murissa Shalapata says

September 19, 2012 at 5:18 pm

This would be great with coffee or a night cap this fall.
The cinnamon streusel would be delicious on banana bread too I think.

Just discovered your delicious blog!

Murissa
The Wanderfull Traveler
http://www.thewanderfulltraveler.com

marilyn says

September 19, 2012 at 4:33 pm

Yes! I can hear that dialogue from the movie right now, trying to pronounce "bundt" properly! We can't have too many ways to eat zucchini right now!

Cake Duchess says

September 19, 2012 at 3:06 pm

I was really waiting for someone to mention My Big Fat Greek Wedding-love that scene of the movie and I always laugh really loud when I catch it;)Gorgeous and moist zucchini and raisin bundt, Paula. I love seeing your delicious baking. Thanks for joining An and I with #BundtaMonth:)xx

Renee Dobbs says

September 19, 2012 at 12:21 pm

You got me at cinnamon streusel. I'll eat any dessert with it on top.

Baker Street says

September 19, 2012 at 11:57 am

Holy moly! Zucchini and Raisin is such a lovely combination! So glad you share the love for bundt cakes and could bake with us this month. It looks fabulous, Paula! 🙂