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Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This is a crucial step in baking, as it ensures that your Sweet Zucchini Delights bake evenly. An adequately preheated oven helps the batter rise correctly, creating that delightful texture we all love.

Easy Zucchini Bars with Cinnamon Glaze

Discover the delightful world of Sweet Zucchini Delights, a unique dessert that creatively incorporates zucchini for a tasty twist. These moist, flavorful bars blend the sweetness of traditional treats with the nutritional benefits of zucchini. Easy to make, they're perfect for guilt-free indulgence or sneaking in some veggies. With a tender crumb and customizable options like nuts or chocolate chips, these bars will surely impress at any gathering. Dive into this innovative recipe and enjoy a deliciously wholesome treat!
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Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Bars:

2 cups grated zucchini (approximately 2 medium-sized zucchini)

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled

2 large eggs, at room temperature

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

½ cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)

½ cup chocolate chips (optional)

For the Cinnamon Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

3 tablespoons milk (more if needed for desired consistency)

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it with butter or lining it with parchment paper to facilitate easy removal after baking.

    Prepare the Zucchini: Using a box grater or a food processor, grate the zucchini finely. If your zucchini is particularly watery, place the grated zucchini on a clean kitchen towel and gently squeeze it to remove some of the excess moisture.

      Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk them together thoroughly until the mixture is uniform.

        Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.

          Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Carefully fold in the grated zucchini, nuts, and chocolate chips (if using) to ensure an even distribution without overmixing the batter.

            Pour and Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges are lightly golden.

              Prepare the Glaze: While the zucchini bars are baking, prepare the cinnamon glaze. In a small mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, milk, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth, adjusting with more milk as necessary to achieve your desired glaze consistency.

                Cool and Glaze: Once baked, let the bars cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Afterward, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, generously drizzle the cinnamon glaze over the top of the bars.

                  Slice and Serve: Cut the cooled zucchini bars into squares. Serve these delightful treats as a scrumptious snack or a sweet dessert. Enjoy every bite!

                    Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 45 minutes | 12 servings