Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Butterscotch Zucchini Bars, a unique dessert that beautifully marries the rich sweetness of butterscotch with the moistness of zucchini. Perfect for any occasion—be it a family gathering, a cozy night in, or a festive potluck—these bars are not only delicious but also sneak in some veggie goodness. With their easy preparation and versatile serving options, they promise to be a hit whether served warm, chilled, or accompanied by ice cream.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (227g) butter (room temperature)
- 1 ¾ cup (350g) brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cup finely grated and drained zucchini (packed)
- 1 ½ cups butterscotch morsels
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the eggs and vanilla until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini.
- Stir in one cup of butterscotch morsels until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle remaining morsels on top.
- Bake for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few crumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use freshly grated zucchini for optimal moisture without overwhelming flavor. Ensure you drain excess moisture from the zucchini to avoid soggy bars. For variations, try substituting half of the butterscotch morsels with chocolate chips for a chocolatey twist.