Best Zucchini Dessert Bars Recipes

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THE BEST ZUCCHINI BARS



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These are the best zucchini bars! They taste like a moist spice cake with a cream cheese frosting. You'll find cinnamon, shredded zucchini and carrots, and walnuts in these bars. This is one of the best zucchini recipes I can think of!

Provided by Miranda Couse

Categories     Dessert

Time 49m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups shredded zucchini
1 small carrot (shredded)
3/4 cup rolled oats
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup salted butter (room temperature)
8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Grease a 17x11x1 or 15x10x1 pan.
  • In a large bowl, add oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix with a hand mixer for 1 minute until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, sift flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Whisk to combine.
  • Add the dry ingredients in with the wet ingredients. Mix with a hand mixer on low until the dry ingredients are incorporated.
  • Fold in the shredded zucchini and carrots.
  • Fold in rolled oats and walnuts.
  • Spread out on prepared pan. Place in the oven and bake for 24 minutes. Let cool completely and frost.
  • In a large bowl, combine butter and cream cheese. Beat with the hand mixer until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  • Add in vanilla and powdered sugar. Mix on low until the powdered sugar is well incorporated. Turn mixer on high and mix for an additional minute or two.
  • Spread on cooled bars with an offset spatula.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 351 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 36 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ZUCCHINI BARS



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This snack cake is so delicious that my family can eat the entire batch in one day! Very easy and moist.

Provided by AMISPKRIS

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups grated zucchini
½ cup margarine
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
2 ½ cups confectioners' sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, oil, sugar and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into the sugar mixture. Mix in the zucchini. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • To make the frosting, blend together the margarine, cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over warm cake. Allow cake to cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.1 calories, Carbohydrate 77.9 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 540 mg, Sugar 58.5 g

BLUEBERRY ZUCCHINI SQUARES



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I saw a bar recipe on a box of muffin mix using apple and lemon zest. I tried it from scratch with shredded zucchini and fresh blueberries instead. It's a tasty combo. -Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups shredded zucchini (do not pack)
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup butter, softened
2-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
3-1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
GLAZE:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 15x10x1-in. baking pan., In a small bowl, combine zucchini, buttermilk, lemon zest and lemon juice; toss to combine. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time. In another bowl, whisk 3-1/4 cups flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with zucchini mixture, mixing well after each addition. Toss blueberries with remaining flour; fold into batter., Transfer batter to prepared pan, spreading evenly (pan will be full). Bake 30-35 minutes or until light golden brown and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., In a small bowl, mix glaze ingredients until smooth; spread over top. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ZUCCHINI BARS



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Here's another baking classic that belongs in everyone's recipe box. A clove-scented homemade frosting makes a good thing even better!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup shredded zucchini, drained
1/2 cup chopped nuts
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon butter or margarine, softened
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
3 to 4 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 9- or 8-inch square pan. In large bowl, mix brown sugar, butter, vanilla and egg. Stir in flour, baking soda, cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon cloves. Stir in zucchini and nuts. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In medium bowl, mix all frosting ingredients until smooth and spreadable. Spread frosting over bars. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 75 mg

ZUCCHINI CREME BARS



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A wonderful and creative way to use up all surplus zucchinis!

Provided by vhill

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 zucchini, sliced
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
½ cup very soft butter
2 cups evaporated milk
2 eggs
1 ½ cups white sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil over medium heat, and cook the zucchini until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain the zucchini in a colander set in the sink, and set aside to cool.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Combine 1 cup of flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1/2 cup of very soft butter in a bowl until crumbly and well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Measure out 3 cups of cooked zucchini, and place into a blender. Pour in the evaporated milk and eggs, and add 1 1/2 cups of sugar, 1/4 cup of flour, 1 tablespoon of butter, and the vanilla extract to the zucchini. Pulse the blender several times to combine the ingredients, and then blend until the filling mixture is pureed, about 1 minute. Pour the mixture over the crust. Combine 1 tablespoon of sugar with the cinnamon in a small bowl, and sprinkle over the filling.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the middle of the dessert is set, about 45 minutes. Let cool, and chill in refrigerator before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 120.8 mg, Sugar 39.3 g

LEMON ZUCCHINI BARS



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This snack cake is a good use for that bumper zucchini crop!

Provided by Rosina

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 teaspoons lemon zest
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 ¾ cups grated zucchini
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine sugar, oil, eggs, lemon rind, and lemon juice; mix well. Stir in shredded zucchini.
  • In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the zucchini mixture. Stir until thoroughly combined; mix in the walnuts.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and bake until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean, 35 to 45 minutes. Cool. Sprinkle cake with sifted confectioners' sugar and cut into bars.
  • Sprinkle top with sifted confectioners' sugar and cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 433.6 mg, Sugar 24.9 g

EASY ZUCCHINI BARS



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Light and moist, these flavorful zucchini spice bars have been a favorite fall treat in my family for ages. If I am taking them to a party, I will add a little cream cheese frosting, but I rarely have time to frost them at home before my family devours them!

Provided by Elizabeth Lhamon

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup white sugar
½ cup oil
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups grated zucchini
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat sugar, oil, eggs, and salt together in a bowl using an electric mixer until creamy. Add zucchini and mix on low until blended. Add flour, baking soda, and cinnamon; beat until batter is smooth.
  • Pour batter into an ungreased 8x12-inch baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out dry, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 374.2 mg, Sugar 20.4 g

ZUCCHINI DESSERT SQUARES



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We planted one too many zucchini plants a few summers ago and harvested a lot of zucchini that year. I was looking for ways to use them, and this delicious dessert is the result. -Nancy Morelli, Livonia, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups cold butter
FILLING:
8 to 10 cups cubed seeded peeled zucchini (4 to 5 pounds)
2/3 cup lemon juice
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly; reserve 3 cups. Pat remaining crumb mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 12 minutes. , Meanwhile, for filling, place zucchini and lemon juice in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 6-8 minutes or until zucchini is crisp-tender. Stir in the sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg; cover and simmer for 5 minutes (mixture will be thin). , Spoon over crust; sprinkle with the reserved crumb mixture. Bake at 375° until golden, 40-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FROSTED ZUCCHINI BARS



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"I grow tons of zucchini in my garden-and this is a wonderful way to share it," says green thumb Sandi Laskowski of Rapid City, South Dakota. "These moist tender bars are topped with a yummy caramel cream cheese frosting. When I bring a plateful of them to work, they're always a hit!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 eggs
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
CARAMEL CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
10 caramels
1 tablespoon water
3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil, applesauce and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; add to the egg mixture and mix well. Stir in zucchini, dates and walnuts. Spread into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a saucepan, heat caramels and water over low heat until caramels are melted, stirring occasionally. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Add caramel mixture and salt; mix well. Spread over cooled bars.

Nutrition Facts :

ZUCCHINI BARS



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My mom made these every year with the multitude of zucchini she grew. They are light, sweet and addictive.

Provided by CrazyBoutCooking

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 24 squares

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 3/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 cups zucchini, grated
3/4 cup coconut, shredded
3/4 cup raisins (plumped in hot water and drained)
7 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work well)

Steps:

  • Cream together butter and sugars.
  • Add eggs one at a time.
  • Add vanilla.
  • Sift together dry ingredients then add to Creamed mixture, stirring to incorporate.
  • Stir in zucchini, coconut and raisins.
  • Spread into a buttered jelly roll pan.
  • Bake 30-40 minutes until lightly browned and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan.
  • For Icing:.
  • Melt butter in a small bowl.
  • Add remainging ingredients, except nuts.
  • stir until smooth.
  • Ice cooled bars.
  • Sprinkle with nuts.
  • Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.5, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 42, Sodium 156.4, Carbohydrate 25.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 16.7, Protein 2.3

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