Zucchini bread bars
	
		Moist and flavorful zucchini bread bars packed with shredded zucchini, warm spices, and a tender crumb. A delicious and wholesome snack or dessert.
	 
	
		
							- Author: sarra
 
							- Prep Time: 10 mins
 
							- Cook Time: 25 mins
 
							- Total Time: 35 mins
 
							- Yield: 9 bars 1x
 
							- Category: Dessert
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 1 cup grated zucchini (squeezed to remove excess moisture)
 
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
 
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
 
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
 
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
 
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
 
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
 
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
 
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
 
- 1 large egg
 
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
 
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
 
- In another bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, oil, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
 
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
 
- Stir in the grated zucchini.
 
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
 
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
 
- Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into bars.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- Optional add-ins: chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or raisins.
 
- Bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerated for longer freshness.
 
- Use a clean kitchen towel or paper towel to squeeze excess moisture from the zucchini.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 bar
 
							- Calories: 150
 
							- Sugar: 10g
 
							- Sodium: 110mg
 
							- Fat: 6g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 1g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 21g
 
							- Fiber: 1g
 
							- Protein: 2g
 
							- Cholesterol: 20mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: zucchini bread bars, zucchini dessert, healthy snack, vegetable baking, moist bars