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Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookie Bars

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A comforting twist on classic chocolate chip cookies, these zucchini cookie bars are deliciously moist and a sneaky way to add veggies to your dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prep your zucchini: Grate the zucchini using a box grater, place it on a clean kitchen towel, roll it up, and squeeze out the excess moisture.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cream the sugars and butter in another bowl until smooth.
  5. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture and mix until combined.
  6. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Incorporate the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
  8. Spread the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

These bars are great warm or cooled. They can also be frozen for later enjoyment.

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