Ingredients
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- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix the grated zucchini, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow to cool before frosting.
- For the icing, beat the softened cream cheese with vanilla and gradually add powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese icing over the cooled bars.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add chopped nuts to the batter.
- These bars can be served chilled for an extra refreshing taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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