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Zucchini Bars with Caramel Frosting

Zucchini bars
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Indulge in the rich and moist delight of Zucchini Bars topped with luscious caramel frosting. This versatile dessert perfectly blends the subtle sweetness of shredded zucchini with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, offering a unique flavor profile that will impress everyone at your next gathering. Easy to prepare, these bars can be enjoyed as a dessert or a snack, making them a fantastic addition to any occasion. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled for a refreshing treat, these decadent veggie treats are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire!

Ingredients

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  • 2 large eggs
  • 12 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (for frosting)
  • 2 Tbsp milk or cream (for frosting)
  • pinch salt (for frosting)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×9 baking pan by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla until well combined.
  3. Mix in baking soda and then fold in flour until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in shredded zucchini and chopped pecans.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. While cooling, prepare the caramel frosting by melting butter with brown sugar and milk over medium heat. Whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
  7. Spread the frosting over the warm bars.

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