Description
These zucchini bars are deliciously moist and a fantastic way to incorporate vegetables into your snacks without sacrificing flavor. Perfect for both kids and adults, they are a healthy treat that can be customized to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated zucchini, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Cut into bars and serve.
Notes
- Choose fresh zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: recipes
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 20
Keywords: zucchini, bars, healthy snack, dessert, baking