Cinnamon Zucchini Blondies
Soft, chewy, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor, Cinnamon Zucchini Blondies offer a stunning twist on the classic dessert bar by incorporating shredded zucchini for moisture and a subtle earthiness. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with a blend of brown and granulated sugars, these blondies boast a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Optional white chocolate chips add a creamy richness, but the magic lies in the zucchini—squeezed to perfection to enhance the texture without compromising flavor. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, these golden-brown bars bake to perfection in under 30 minutes, making them the ideal dessert or snack. Whether you're looking to sneak some veggies into your treats or try a unique dessert recipe, these zucchini blondies are a must-bake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 unit large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded zucchini (squeezed of excess moisture)
- 0.5 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth. Let the mixture cool slightly.
Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Gently fold in the shredded zucchini, making sure it’s evenly distributed. If desired, fold in the white chocolate chips for added sweetness.
Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang.
Once cooled, slice into 12 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.9 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.3 g | 372% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 449 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 1840 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 444.9 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 293.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.8 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1305 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
