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Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars

Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars with Lemon Frosting

Deliciously moist Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars, perfect for dessert with a zesty lemon frosting.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 2 cups Carrots, grated
  • 2 cups Zucchini, grated Squeeze excess moisture
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature for better emulsification
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil can be used
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure for a richer taste
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can also be used
  • 1 te teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts (optional) Can be substituted with pecans or omitted
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Baking pan
  • Whisk
  • Grater

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, vegetable oil, honey, and vanilla extract for about 2 minutes until well combined.
  3. Gently fold in the grated carrots and zucchini into the wet mixture, adding walnuts if using.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, ground ginger, and baking soda, stirring until even.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet bowl, stirring gently until just mixed.
  6. Pour the thick batter into an ungreased 13x9x2-inch baking pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Cool the bars on a wire rack for about 1 hour.
  9. Prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
  10. Once cooled, frost the bars generously and cut into squares before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to squeeze excess liquid from grated vegetables and allow bars to cool completely before frosting.

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