Zucchini Fruit Square
Transform your dessert game with these irresistible Zucchini Fruit Squares, a delightful fusion of wholesome zucchini, sweet dried cranberries, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Soft, moist, and slightly chewy, these dessert bars are packed with flavor and texture, thanks to the addition of grated zucchini and optional crunchy walnuts. Perfect for brunch, tea time, or as a grab-and-go snack, this easy-to-make treat comes together in just 45 minutes, including prep and baking time. With a light dusting of powdered sugar to finish, these bars strike the perfect balance between indulgence and comfort. Try this unique zucchini baked good today for a seasonal twist on traditional fruit bars!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup zucchini, grated
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries (or raisins)
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar together until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and the egg to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the grated zucchini, dried cranberries, and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed in the batter.
Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the zucchini fruit squares cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
Cut into 12 squares and serve. Enjoy your delicious Zucchini Fruit Squares!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.0 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.6 g | 173% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 1219 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 346.6 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 186.6 g | ||
| Protein | 39.0 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 1388 mg | 30% | |
*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.
