Description
These moist and delicious Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bars combine the goodness of shredded zucchini with sweet chocolate chips for a perfect snack or dessert. They offer a subtle cinnamon flavor and a tender crumb, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups (248g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar (or ¾ cup SPLENDA® Naturals Sugar & Stevia Blend)
- ¾ cup (177ml) vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
Additional Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups (approx. 152g) shredded zucchini (1 medium or 2 small)
- 1 ½ cups (255g) chocolate chips (mini or regular)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease or spray a 10x15x1” jelly roll pan or a 9×13” baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution of leavening and spices.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the granulated sugar (or sugar substitute), vegetable oil, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients bowl, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.
- Add Zucchini and Chocolate Chips: Fold in the shredded zucchini, ensuring it is well drained to remove excess moisture, followed by folding in the chocolate chips for a rich, chocolatey taste.
- Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 28 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into bars for clean cuts and to prevent crumbling.
- Storage: Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month for longer storage.
Notes
- Ensure the zucchini is well drained using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to prevent excess moisture which can make the bars soggy.
- Using mini chocolate chips distributes chocolate more evenly throughout the bars for consistent flavor in every bite.
- For a lower sugar option, substitute granulated sugar with SPLENDA® Naturals Sugar & Stevia Blend as indicated.
- You can add nuts like walnuts or pecans for added texture, but it will alter the original recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 2x2 inch)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Chocolate chip zucchini bars, zucchini dessert, easy baked bars, chocolate chip snack, moist zucchini dessert
