Zucchini Bars with Spice Frosting Recipe

Zucchini Bars with Spice Frosting are a delightful treat that combines the moistness of zucchini with warm spices and a creamy frosting. These bars are perfect for dessert or as a sweet snack, and they’re a great way to use up any extra zucchini you may have on hand. Follow this easy recipe to create a batch of these delicious bars!

Ingredients for Zucchini Bars:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large 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
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup shredded zucchini

Ingredients for Spice Frosting:

• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Pinch of salt

How to Make Zucchini Bars with Spice Frosting:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Fold in the shredded zucchini until evenly distributed.
6. Spread the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

How to Make Spice Frosting:

1. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, beating until creamy and smooth.
3. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled zucchini bars.

About the Main Ingredients:

• Zucchini: Zucchini adds moisture and a subtle flavor to these bars. It also provides a dose of nutrients and fiber.
• Spices: Cinnamon and nutmeg give these bars a warm, cozy flavor that pairs perfectly with the zucchini.
• Cream Cheese Frosting: The creamy frosting adds a rich and tangy sweetness to the bars, making them extra indulgent.

Enjoy these Zucchini Bars with Spice Frosting as a delicious and unique dessert or snack!