Frosted Zucchini Spice Bars 

These Frosted Zucchini Spice Bars are soft, moist, and filled with cozy spice flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. The grated zucchini keeps them tender without being overpowering, while a simple powdered sugar glaze adds just the right touch of sweetness. They’re perfect for afternoon snacks, bake sales, or a comforting dessert. Easy to prepare, these bars balance wholesome zucchini with indulgent flavors, making them a great way to sneak in a little veggie goodness. Whether you enjoy them with coffee or as a light after-dinner treat, these bars are a delightful crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• Wet Ingredients & Flavorings
  
  

  • 1 cup grated zucchini (well-drained)
    
    

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
    
    

  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
    
    

  • 2 large eggs
    
    

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    
    

• Dry Ingredients & Spices
  
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
    
    

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    
    

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    
    

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    
    

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
    
    

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
    
    

• Frosting
  
  

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
    
    

  • 2 tablespoons milk
    
    

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
   
   

2. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
   
   

3. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then add vanilla.
   
   

4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
   
   

5. Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet mixture until combined.
   
   

6. Fold in grated zucchini.
   
   

7. Spread batter evenly in pan; bake 25–30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
   
   

8. Cool completely on a wire rack.
   
   

9. For frosting, whisk powdered sugar and milk until smooth; spread over cooled bars.
   
   

10. Cut into squares and serve.
    
    

Nutrients (per serving, based on 16 bars)

• Calories: ~215
  
  

• Carbohydrates: ~35 g
  
  

• Sugars: ~26 g
  
  

• Protein: ~2.5 g
  
  

• Fat: ~8 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: ~5 g
  
  

• Fiber: ~1 g
  
  

• Sodium: ~170 mg