Chocolate Zucchini Bars

Indulge in the rich decadence of Chocolate Zucchini Bars, a dessert that masterfully balances fudgy chocolate flavor with a hidden nutritious twist. These moist and tender bars combine shredded zucchini with a luscious blend of cocoa powder, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a touch of vanilla for a treat that's both wholesome and indulgent. Perfectly spiced with a hint of salt and nestled with optional crunchy walnuts or pecans, this quick and easy recipe is ready in under 40 minutes. Whether you're serving them as a crowd-pleasing snack or a post-dinner delight, these bars are a creative way to enjoy the natural sweetness of zucchini in dessert form. Bake up a batch today and discover your new favorite way to pair chocolate with veggies!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Light brown sugar, packed
• 2 units Large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cups Shredded zucchini, squeezed of excess liquid
• 0.75 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cups Optional: Chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until combined and smooth.

Step 4

Whisk in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gently fold in the shredded zucchini using a spatula.

Step 6

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts if using.

Step 8

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon or spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into bars.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1219.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3940.1

Total Fat 199.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 630.3mg	0%
Sodium 2273.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 564.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.8g	0%
Total Sugars 325.9g
Protein 77.0g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 412.2mg	0%
Iron 35.8mg	0%
Potassium 3214.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 51.8%