Google AI has taken a significant step forward in multimodal capabilities with the latest update to Gemini 2.0 Flash—now enabling native image generation alongside text-based outputs. This experimental feature is now available for developers via Google AI Studio and the Gemini API.

In the prompt I wrote “Give me a recipe of a vegetable cake without sugar. Include an image in each step.”

This recipe focuses on the natural sweetness of some vegetables and fruits, along with spices for flavor. It’s not a traditionally “sweet” cake, but a savory and satisfying one.

Savory Vegetable Cake (No Added Sugar)

Yields: 8 servings
Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 50-60 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup grated carrots
• 1 cup grated zucchini
• 1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper (any color)
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (for a touch of natural sweetness and moisture)
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (or gluten-free blend)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Pinch of black pepper
• Optional additions: 1/4 cup chopped nuts or seeds (like walnuts or pumpkin seeds), 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

Grate the carrots and zucchini. Finely chop the bell pepper and onion.

Step 2: Combine Wet Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, olive oil, and unsweetened applesauce until well combined.

Step 3: Add Vegetables

Stir in the grated carrots, zucchini, chopped bell pepper, and onion into the wet ingredients. Mix until the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and pepper.

Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet vegetable mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. If using, fold in the chopped nuts/seeds or Parmesan cheese.

Step 6: Prepare the Baking Pan

Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan (or a similar-sized round pan). You can also line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 7: Pour Batter and Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8: Cool and Serve

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions:

• Enjoy it plain as a healthy snack or light meal.
• Serve with a dollop of plain yogurt or a savory cream cheese frosting (made with cream cheese, herbs, and a pinch of salt and pepper).
• Pair it with a salad for a more substantial meal.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy sugar-free vegetable cake!

Implications for Developers & Businesses
This advancement opens new possibilities for AI-powered content creation, from interactive storytelling and advertising to AI-assisted design workflows. As competition in AI image generation intensifies, Gemini 2.0 Flash stands out by offering a unified model for both text and image generation—potentially rivaling established tools like DALL·E and Midjourney.