Zucchini Bars
The ultimate summer treat, these Zucchini Bars are moist, packed with flavor, and incredibly satisfying. With the sweetness of coconut and the crunch of pecans, they bring joy to any gathering. Don't miss the chance to make these easy-to-bake bars tonight!
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Whisk
- Oven
- Chef's Knife
- Mixing Bowl
- Wooden Spoon
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- ¾ cup Butter
- ½ cup Packed Light Brown Sugar
- ½ cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1½ teaspoons Baking Powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Shredded Sweetened Coconut
- ¾ cup Chopped Pecans
- 3 cups Finely Shredded Zucchini
- ½ cup Mini Chocolate Chips
- 1½ cups Powdered Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Melted Butter
- 2 to 3 tablespoons Milk
- ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure the bars don’t stick.
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. You want the mixture to be light and fluffy, which typically takes about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until everything is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, beating just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want the batter to be smooth but not tough.
- Now comes the fun part! Stir in the shredded coconut, chopped pecans, zucchini, and mini chocolate chips. The batter will be thick and chunky, filled with delightful bits of flavor.
- Spread the batter evenly into your prepared baking dish, ensuring it reaches the corners. This will help the bars bake evenly.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 to 30 minutes. You’ll know they are done when the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the bars are cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, melted butter, and milk. Adjust the milk to achieve your desired consistency.
- Once the bars have cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to soak in and add a sweet finish to your Zucchini Bars.
Notes
- Squeeze the shredded zucchini gently between paper towels: This removes excess moisture.