Description
Zucchini Bars with Brown Butter Frosting are a deliciously moist dessert that combines the subtle sweetness of zucchini with a rich, nutty frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are not only easy to make but also an excellent way to sneak in some veggies. Whether served at gatherings or enjoyed as a sweet treat at home, they are bound to impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated fresh zucchini
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and mix in grated zucchini and melted butter until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined. Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, brown unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Spread over cooled bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg