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Frosted Zucchini Spice Bars

Frosted Zucchini Spice Bars for a Cozy Dessert Delight

Moist Frosted Zucchini Spice Bars combine zucchini and comforting spices for a delightful dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Finely Grated Zucchini Squeeze out excess water
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure accurately
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjust for desired thickness

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • large mixing bowl
  • medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing it and dusting with flour.
  2. Cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into creamed mixture and fold in grated zucchini.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Let baked bars cool completely on wire rack before frosting.
  8. Mix powdered sugar and milk in a bowl until smooth, then frost cooled bars.
  9. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure zucchini is well-drained. Use softened butter for better texture. Avoid overmixing the batter.

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