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Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookie Bars

Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookie Bars
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These Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookie Bars offer a perfect blend of indulgent sweetness and subtle nutrition. Moist and chewy with melty chocolate chips and a fresh veggie twist from grated zucchini, they’re an easy, versatile treat suited for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 medium zucchinis, finely grated and excess moisture squeezed out

Add-ins

  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Zucchini: Wash and finely grate about two medium zucchinis. Use a paper towel or clean cloth to gently squeeze out any excess moisture to keep the bars moist but not soggy.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute leavening and spice.
  3. Combine Sugars and Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Incorporate Zucchini and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold grated zucchini into the wet mixture, then mix in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Add the dry flour mixture to the wet batter and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix to avoid tough bars.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and spread evenly. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Notes

  • Use fresh zucchini to avoid bitterness and excess moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender texture.
  • Check the bars starting at 25 minutes to prevent drying out.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before slicing; refrigerate for 30 minutes for cleaner cuts.
  • Mix different types of chocolate chips (dark, milk, white) for flavor variety.

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