Carrot-Zucchini Bar Cookies With Cream Cheese Frost

Name: Carrot-Zucchini Bar Cookies With Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 c. firmly packed light brown sugar; 1/2 c. (1 stick) unsalted butter or margarine (at room temperature); 1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese (at room temperature); 1 egg; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 1/2 c. unsifted all-purpose flour; 1 tsp. baking powder; 1/4 tsp. salt; 2/3 c. coarsely grated carrots; 2/3 c. coarsely grated zucchini (excess liquid squeezed out); 1/2 c. golden raisins

Servings: persons

2/3 c. firmly packed light brown sugar
1/2 c. (1 stick) unsalted butter or margarine (at room temperature)
1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese (at room temperature)
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. unsifted all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
2/3 c. coarsely grated carrots
2/3 c. coarsely grated zucchini (excess liquid squeezed out)
1/2 c. golden raisins

1
Preheat oven to moderate (350u00b0).
2
Grease a 9 x 9 x 2-inch square baking pan.
3
Beat together brown sugar, butter and cream cheese in large bowl with electric mixer until fluffy.
4
Beat in egg and vanilla.
5
Beat in flour, baking powder and salt until well blended.
6
Stir in carrots, zucchini and raisins.
7
Spoon into prepared pan evenly.
8
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes.
9
Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes.
10
Invert cake on wire rack; cool completely.
11
Spread frosting on top.

844

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 c. firmly packed light brown sugar, 1/2 c. (1 stick) unsalted butter or margarine (at room temperature), 1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese (at room temperature), 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Carrot-Zucchini Bar Cookies With Cream Cheese Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Carrot-Zucchini Bar Cookies With Cream Cheese Frosting

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