Zucchini Dessert Squares

Delightfully unique and irresistibly sweet, Zucchini Dessert Squares are a must-try treat that beautifully balances wholesome ingredients with indulgent flavors. Featuring freshly grated zucchini folded into a buttery crumb mixture, these squares are topped with a golden, cinnamon-scented streusel for the perfect hint of warmth. To take these dessert squares to the next level, a drizzle of powdered sugar glaze adds just the right touch of creamy sweetness. Ready in under an hour and perfect for sharing, this easy-to-make recipe is a clever way to incorporate vegetables into your dessert repertoire. Whether served at a summer gathering or enjoyed with coffee, these zucchini squares are certain to please!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups zucchini, grated
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold cubed butter to the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your hands, work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Reserve 1 cup of this crumb mixture for the topping and set aside.

Step 5

To the remaining crumb mixture, add the grated zucchini, vanilla extract, and beaten egg. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Spread the zucchini mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan, pressing it down gently.

Step 7

Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top of the zucchini layer.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to create a glaze.

Step 11

Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled dessert squares.

Step 12

Cut into 12 squares and serve. Enjoy your Zucchini Dessert Squares!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1461.7 grams (1461.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4262

Total Fat 202.20g	259%
Saturated Fat 124.20g	621%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 704mg	235%
Sodium 1819mg	79%
Total Carbohydrate 584.90g	213%
Dietary Fiber 15.70g	56%
Total Sugars 341.90g
Protein 46.20g	92%

Vitamin D 170IU	849%
Calcium 353mg	27%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 1916mg	41%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 53.9%