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Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

A delightful twist on traditional dessert bars with warm spices and creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 eggs eggs Lightly beaten for binding.
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar Tightly packed for sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup canola oil Adds richness without overpowering flavors.
  • 1/4 cup honey Natural sweetener that enhances flavor depth.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For aromatic essence.
  • 1 1/2 cups grated carrot Provides natural sweetness and texture.
  • 1 cup grated zucchini Keeps the bars moist while adding nutrition.
  • 1/2 cup walnuts Chopped for crunchiness and flavor contrast.
  • 1 1/2 cups regular flour Forms the base of the bars.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder To help the bars rise properly.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger Infuses warmth and spice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda Works in conjunction with baking powder for leavening.
  • 1 package reduced-fat cream cheese Creates a creamy frosting texture.
  • 1 cup icing sugar Sweetens up the frosting perfectly.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest Adds a refreshing citrus flavor to the frosting.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a rectangular baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the beaten eggs, brown sugar, canola oil, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Fold in the grated carrot, zucchini, and chopped walnuts into the wet ingredients until well combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ground ginger, and baking soda until evenly mixed. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean; let cool completely before frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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