Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Simple Zucchini Bars, a perfect blend of moist cake-like texture and fresh garden zucchini. Infused with warm cinnamon and topped with creamy frosting, these bars are an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether served as a snack, dessert, or breakfast option, this easy recipe will quickly become a family favorite. With their wholesome ingredients and customizable flavors, you can enjoy these delicious bars guilt-free.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup quick oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 cups grated zucchini
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well blended.
- In another bowl, combine flour, oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add to the wet mixture until combined.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, beat together cream cheese, butter, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla until smooth to make the frosting.
- Spread frosting over cooled bars and cut into squares before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg