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Delicious Lemon Zucchini Bars with Glaze Recipe

Delicious Lemon Zucchini Bars with Glaze Recipe
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These Lemon Zucchini Bars with Glaze combine the freshness of lemon and the subtle moistness of zucchini in a soft, delicious bar perfect for a light dessert or snack. The tangy lemon glaze adds a sweet finishing touch, making these bars irresistibly flavorful and moist.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 cup grated zucchini, lightly squeezed to remove excess moisture
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2–3 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

For the Glaze

  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the bars.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next, then stir in the vanilla extract for depth of flavor.
  5. Combine yogurt mixture: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the plain yogurt or sour cream with the fresh lemon juice to add moisture and lemony tang.
  6. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Alternately add the dry ingredients and the yogurt-lemon juice mixture to the wet ingredients, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the bars.
  7. Fold in zucchini and lemon zest: Gently fold in the grated zucchini and lemon zest, distributing them evenly throughout the batter to add moisture and fresh flavor.
  8. Pour and spread batter: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform baking.
  9. Bake: Bake the bars for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
  10. Cool bars: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, which prevents a soggy base.
  11. Prepare the glaze: While the bars are cooling, whisk together powdered sugar and 2-3 tablespoons of milk or lemon juice in a small bowl until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
  12. Glaze the bars: Once the bars are completely cool, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top, letting it set before slicing into squares for serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute greek yogurt for plain yogurt for a tangier flavor and extra protein.
  • Make sure to squeeze excess moisture from the grated zucchini to prevent the bars from becoming soggy.
  • The glaze can be adjusted in consistency by adding more powdered sugar to thicken or more lemon juice/milk to thin it out.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.

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