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Frosted Zucchini Spice Bars

Cozy Frosted Zucchini Spice Bars for Sweet Nostalgic Moments

A delightful treat combining cozy spices and creamy frosting, these Frosted Zucchini Spice Bars are a great way to sneak vegetables into dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 2 cups Finely Grated Zucchini Squeeze well to reduce excess water
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Large Eggs Add one at a time
  • 1 tsps Vanilla Extract
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted
  • 1 tsps Baking Soda
  • 0.5 tsps Salt
  • 1 tsps Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsps Ground Nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsps Ground Cloves
For the Frosting
  • 1 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Milk Adjust for consistency

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Electric mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in the grated zucchini until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 30-40 minutes.
  10. For the frosting, mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth and creamy.
  11. Spread the frosting over the cooled bars and cut into squares for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Squeeze the zucchini thoroughly, cool completely before frosting, and don't overmix for best results.

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