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Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the delightful Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting. These moist, flavorful bars combine the warmth of ginger with the freshness of carrots and zucchini, creating a unique dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet afternoon treat, these bars promise to impress with their tender texture and zesty frosting. Enhanced by reduced-fat cream cheese, this recipe offers a lightened-up indulgence that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups grated carrot
  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 1/2 cup walnuts (chopped)
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • For frosting: 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup icing sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, canola oil, honey, and vanilla until mixed.
  3. Fold in grated carrot, zucchini, and walnuts.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, ground ginger, and baking soda; add to wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for approximately 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For frosting, beat together cream cheese, icing sugar, and lemon zest until smooth.
  7. Once cooled, frost the bars and cut into squares before serving.

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