Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting. This unique dessert brings together the warmth of ginger, the sweetness of carrots, and the moisture of zucchini, all topped off with a tangy lemon cream cheese frosting that complements these spiced bars perfectly. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s an afternoon tea or a family gathering, these bars are not only delicious but also offer a healthier twist on traditional desserts. With easy preparation steps and simple ingredients, anyone can create this comforting treat that will surely impress.
Ingredients
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- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrot
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup walnuts (chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- For the frosting: reduced-fat cream cheese, icing sugar, lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, canola oil, honey, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in grated carrot, zucchini, and walnuts.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, ground ginger, and baking soda; gradually combine with wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before preparing frosting by mixing reduced-fat cream cheese with icing sugar and lemon zest until smooth.
- Once cooled completely, frost the bars and cut into squares for serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg