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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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Experience the delightful flavors of Spiced Ginger Carrot and Zucchini Bars with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting. This unique dessert combines the natural sweetness of carrots and zucchini, making it a moist, flavorful treat that’s perfect for any occasion—from spring celebrations to cozy family nights. The warm spices and creamy lemon frosting elevate these bars into a deliciously healthy indulgence, packed with nutrients yet irresistibly sweet. Ideal as a dessert or snack, these bars are sure to impress friends and family alike.

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 carrots
  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 8 oz package reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup icing sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, brown sugar, canola oil, honey, and vanilla extract; whisk until blended.
  3. Stir in grated carrots, zucchini, and walnuts until evenly mixed.
  4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, ground ginger, and baking soda; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into a greased 9×9 inch baking pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For frosting, beat together cream cheese and icing sugar; mix in lemon zest.
  7. Spread frosting over cooled bars and slice into squares.

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