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Carrot Zucchini Bars with Citrus Cream Cheese Frosting

Deliciously moist carrot and zucchini bars topped with a tangy citrus cream cheese frosting, perfect for a sweet treat or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bars
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method
 

Prepare the Bars
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the eggs, vegetable oil, grated carrots, and grated zucchini until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well incorporated.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
  4. Spread the frosting over the cooled bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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