Vegetable Harvest Bars

Carrot-Zucchini Bars Recipe

Overview:

Enjoy these delicious Carrot-Zucchini Bars, a delightful treat combining the goodness of vegetables with a sweet, comforting flavor. Perfect for dessert or a snack, these bars are easy to make and loved by both kids and adults alike.

• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
• Yield: 36 bars
• Category: Bar Cookie
• Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Vegetable, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup margarine
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup grated carrot
• 1 cup grated zucchini
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds

Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients:

• 3 oz cream cheese
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 1 tbsp milk
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

• Calories: 138.2
• Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
• Cholesterol: 14.4mg
• Sodium: 175.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 17.4g
  • Fiber: 0.9g
  • Sugars: 11.1g
• Protein: 2.3g

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

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

2. Dry Ingredients:

   • In a small bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

3. Wet Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, using an electric mixer on high speed, beat the margarine, sugar, and eggs until fluffy and light.

4. Mixing:

   • Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually mix in the flour mixture until well blended.

5. Vegetable and Seeds:

   • Stir in the grated carrot, grated zucchini, and sunflower seeds until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

6. Baking:

   • Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cooling:

   • Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.

8. Frosting:

   • While the bars are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting.
   • Cream Cheese Frosting: In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, margarine, milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.

9. Final Touch:

   • Once the bars are completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.

10. Serve:

    • Cut into bars and serve. Enjoy these moist and flavorful Carrot-Zucchini Bars!

Tips:

• Ensure the carrot and zucchini are well grated to blend seamlessly into the bars.
• You can customize the frosting by adjusting the sweetness to your preference.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

These Carrot-Zucchini Bars are a wonderful way to incorporate vegetables into a sweet treat that everyone will love. Whether for a casual snack, a dessert at a gathering, or a lunchbox surprise, these bars are sure to be a hit!