Fluffy Carrot And Zucchini Bars With Citrus Cream Cheese Frosting – 7 Bright Moist Layers
Fluffy Carrot And Zucchini Bars With Citrus Cream Cheese Frosting combine moist spiced vegetable cake with a bright lemon-orange cream cheese topping.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 half teaspoon baking soda
1 half teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 quarter teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 half cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup finely grated carrots
1 cup grated zucchini squeezed dry
For the Frosting:
8 ounces cream cheese softened
1 quarter cup unsalted butter softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon or orange juice optional
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a 9×13-inch pan.
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Whisk dry ingredients in one bowl.
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Mix eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla in another bowl.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients gently.
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Fold in carrots and squeezed zucchini.
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Spread batter in pan and bake 25 to 30 minutes.
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Cool completely.
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Beat frosting ingredients until smooth and spread over bars.
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Chill before slicing.
Notes
Remove excess moisture from zucchini to maintain fluffy texture. Add chopped nuts if desired.