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Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookie Bars

Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookie Bars: A Delightfully Chewy Treat

Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookie Bars are a delightful, moist treat that combines chocolate with healthy zucchini for a guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 1 cup Zucchini Grated, excess moisture squeezed out
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar interchangeable
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free blend
  • ½ cup Butter Unsalted
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract High-quality recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional, nutmeg can be substituted
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Fine or kosher salt interchangeable
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Dark, milk, or white chocolate variations possible

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • hand mixer
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookie Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and high-quality vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until well combined.
  5. Fold in the grated zucchini until evenly distributed.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in your chocolate chips.
  8. Spread the cookie batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, keeping an eye on them towards the end.
  10. Once baked, let the pan cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, manage the moisture of zucchini and use high-quality ingredients for flavor enhancement.

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