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Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

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Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting are a delightful treat that combines the warmth of ginger with the moistness of carrots and zucchini, topped with a zesty lemon cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these bars are sure to impress family and friends at any gathering. Easy to make and visually appealing, they offer an irresistible flavor profile that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat brown sugar and eggs until fluffy. Mix in shredded carrots and zucchini.
  4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let cool completely before frosting with a mixture of cream cheese, lemon juice, and zest.

Nutrition

Keywords: Grate vegetables finely for a smoother texture. Ensure bars are completely cool before applying frosting to prevent melting. Consider adding nuts or raisins for extra flavor and texture.

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