Best 3 Chocolate Zucchini Bars Recipes

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Calling all chocolate lovers! If you're looking for a delectable and easy-to-make dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with the refreshing taste of zucchini, then chocolate zucchini bars are the perfect treat for you. Not only are they moist and fudgy, but they also pack a hidden layer of nutrition with the addition of zucchini, making them a guilt-free indulgence. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE CHIP ZUCCHINI BARS



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Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 zucchini, about 2 cups shredded (grated and liquid drained)
1/2 cup butter (softened to room temp)
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 Tablespoon vanilla
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 3/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 (11 ounce) package milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Pre heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grate the zucchini and let drain in a bowl while preparing the rest of the recipe. You'll need 2 cups shredded zucchini.
  • Cream together the butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
  • Add in dry ingredients.
  • Then fold in the 2 cups shredded zucchini and chocolate chips.
  • Place batter into a 9 x 13 inch baking dish that has been lightly sprayed with non stick cooking spray. Make sure the batter is spread to the edges of the pan.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until it starts to turn golden brown.
  • Cool slightly and then slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 2053 kcal, Fat 72 g, SaturatedFat 40 g, Cholesterol 176 mg, Sodium 2601 mg, Carbohydrate 305 g, Sugar 119 g, Protein 42 mg

CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI BARS



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Make and share this Chocolate Zucchini Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Daisy58

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 16 BARS, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup vegetable shortening
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup grated zucchini
3/4 cup mini chocolate chip
1/3 cup crushed walnuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees. coat 13x9x2 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • in a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon and baking powder. set aside.
  • in another large bowl, beat shortening, oil, sugar and egg on low speed until smooth. beat in sour cream and vanilla, then flour mixture. beat on medium for 2 minutes.fold in zucchini and chocolate.
  • spread into pan. sprinkle nuts on top. bake 325 for 30 to 35 min or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. cool in pan on wire rack. to serve, cut into 16 bars.

CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI BARS



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Great for lunches. You can make sour milk by combining 1/2 cup of milk with 1 teaspoon vinegar and allow to set 10 minutes. Frost with chocolate frosting.

Provided by Martha

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup butter
1 ¾ cups white sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup sour milk
1 ½ cups grated zucchini

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (170 degrees C).
  • Cream margarine, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Beat well.
  • Mix flour, salt, cocoa, and baking soda together. Add dry ingredients to first mixture alternately with sour milk. Fold in zucchini.
  • Bake in a 9 x 13 inch pan for 35 minutes or until done. Frost with a chocolate frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 26.1 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 137.2 mg, Sugar 15 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right kind of zucchini. Look for small to medium-sized zucchini with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid zucchini that is large or has blemishes, as these can be bitter.
  • Grate the zucchini finely. This will help it blend into the batter more easily and prevent it from becoming too watery.
  • Squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini. This will help prevent the bars from becoming too wet and soggy.
  • Use unsweetened cocoa powder. This will give the bars a rich chocolate flavor without making them too sweet.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough and dense.
  • Bake the bars until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the bars are cooked all the way through.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares. This will help prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

These chocolate zucchini bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are moist, chocolatey, and have a hint of zucchini flavor. These bars are also a great way to use up leftover zucchini. So next time you have some zucchini on hand, give this recipe a try!

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