Zucchini Bars
Moist and flavorful zucchini bars that sneak in veggies into your dessert, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups grated zucchini, packed and drained Fresh zucchini is preferred.
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for a healthier version.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with unsweetened applesauce.
- 2 large eggs Can substitute with flax eggs or unsweetened applesauce for vegan option.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional) Such as walnuts or pecans.
- 0.5 cup chocolate chips (optional) Recommended for added sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchini using a box grater and squeeze out any excess moisture.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, combine the drained zucchini, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until well mixed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in any optional ingredients like nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
Baking
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool in the pan for a bit before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into squares and serve!
Notes
Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature. They can also be refrigerated or frozen for later.