Description
Moist, tender, and warmly spiced zucchini bars topped with a sweet, simple glaze. A perfect fall-inspired treat that’s easy to make and great for sharing.
Ingredients
For the Bars:
1 cup grated zucchini
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1½ cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
For the Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
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In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
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In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
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Stir dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Fold in grated zucchini.
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Pour batter into the pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool completely in the pan.
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Mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Spread over cooled bars.
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Cut into squares and serve
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for 3–5 days.
- For added texture, stir in chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips.
- For a richer dessert, use cream cheese frosting instead of glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
