Irresistible Spiced Ginger Carrot Zucchini Bars with Lemon Frosting
Author:meryem
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Description
Savor the unique flavor of spiced ginger bars topped with creamy lemon frosting a delightful treat to indulge your taste buds today 147 chars
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup grated carrots
1 cup grated zucchini
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)
Prepare your baking pan by greasing a 9×13 inch baking pan or lining it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt until combined.
In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and eggs. Beat until pale and fluffy.
Mix in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Fold in the grated carrots and zucchini.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Once baked, let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the frosting by beating the softened cream cheese and butter together until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until fluffy.
Once the bars are cool, spread a generous layer of frosting on top, cut into squares, and serve.
Notes
Delight in these moist Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars topped with rich Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting, perfect for any occasion.
