Extremely Healthy Fiber Packed Zucchini Carrot Cran

Name: Extremely Healthy Fiber Packed Zucchini Carrot Cranberry Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 extra large egg (or 2 egg whites); 1/2 cup brown sugar, tightly packed; 1/2 cup sugar, tightly packed; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1 cup nonfat milk; 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for the buttermilk); 2 cups zucchini, grated; 1 cup carrot, grated; 2 cups whole wheat flour; 1 cup dried cranberries; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt; 3 tablespoons natural-style chunky peanut butter; almonds (estimate according to how nutty you want it, you can even omit the peanut butter) or pecans, whatever you like (estimate according to how nutty you want it, you can even omit the peanut bu…; cinnamon-sugar mixture, for the top if desired. (1 tsp cinnamon and 1 tsp sugar, combined)

Servings: persons

1 extra large egg (or 2 egg whites)
1/2 cup brown sugar, tightly packed
1/2 cup sugar, tightly packed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup nonfat milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice (for the buttermilk)
2 cups zucchini, grated
1 cup carrot, grated
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup dried cranberries
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons natural-style chunky peanut butter
almonds (estimate according to how nutty you want it, you can even omit the peanut butter) or pecans, whatever you like (estimate according to how nutty you want it, you can even omit the peanut butter)
cinnamon-sugar mixture, for the top if desired. (1 tsp cinnamon and 1 tsp sugar, combined)

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a cake pan (9x13) with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Mix together milk with lemon juice. Set aside for 5 minutes.
3
Beat egg well, then add brown sugar, sugar, oil and beat together again. Add in vanilla, zucchini, carrots, cranberries and the milk and lemon mixture. Mix together well.
4
Put the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and nuts if you added any in another bowl. Mix them together.
5
Add the dry mixture with the wet mixture, mix together until just combined. Spoon the mixture into the oiled pan and sprinkle some cinnamon sugar mixture onto the top if desired.
6
Bake for about 35-40 minutes or until wooden stick inserted into the middle comes out clean and the bars are not sticky in the middle.
7
Turn off the oven but don't open the oven or take the pan out, just leave it in there for 5 minutes if you like the outside crispy. Don't overbake, they become really dry and hard.

674

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 extra large egg (or 2 egg whites), 1/2 cup brown sugar, tightly packed, 1/2 cup sugar, tightly packed, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Extremely Healthy Fiber Packed Zucchini Carrot Cranberry Bars falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Extremely Healthy Fiber Packed Zucchini Carrot Cranberry Bars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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