Description
Deliciously moist zucchini bars topped with a rich caramel frosting and crunchy pecans.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups finely shredded zucchini, lightly squeezed
- ¾ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup chopped pecans, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Add eggs and vanilla and mix well.
- Stir in the shredded zucchini.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Make the frosting: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and cream. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, and cook for about 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt. Gradually whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spread the warm caramel frosting over the cooled zucchini bars.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Let the frosting set before slicing.
Notes
- Ensure the zucchini is well squeezed to avoid excess moisture in the bars.
- For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar in the frosting.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg