Easy Zucchini Bars Recipe

These easy zucchini bars are a perfect summer treat. Made with fresh zucchini, this moist and delicious dessert is the perfect way to use up your garden abundance. It's a versatile recipe that can be served as a snack, dessert, or even for breakfast. The combination of zucchini, cinnamon, and chocolate chips creates a flavor that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 2 cups grated zucchini
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Stir in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts (if using).
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into bars.
9. Serve and enjoy!

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