Description
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookie Bars are a delightful fusion of sweet and wholesome, making them the perfect guilt-free treat. These chewy bars combine rich chocolate with moist zucchini, creating a unique dessert that’s sure to impress. Easy to make and visually appealing, they’re ideal for potlucks, brunches, or cozy afternoons at home. With hidden veggies that even picky eaters will love, these bars offer a nostalgic taste of childhood while being a modern twist on indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchini without squeezing out moisture and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar; beat until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in shredded zucchini and chocolate chips gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (55g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg