Chocolate Zucchini Cake

This came from I am baker's blog. looks yummy

see lemon cupcake recipe for buttercream

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup soft butter
• 2 cups sugar
• 3 eggs
• 2 cups shredded zucchini
• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 cup cocoa
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tsp vanilla
• Nuts, if desired

Instructions

1. In stand mixer, cream together butter and sugar on medium speed.
2. Lower speed and add in eggs, one at a time.
3. Add in shredded zucchini.
4. Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and cocoa.
5. Gradually add to zucchini mixture, beating well.
6. Add in milk, vanilla, and nuts. Beat.
7. Pour into greased 9x13 inch pan and bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees.