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!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar together until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract and the egg to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the grated zucchini, dried cranberries, and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 7

Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the zucchini fruit squares cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.

Step 11

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	817.8 grams (817.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2351

Total Fat 99.00g	127%
Saturated Fat 34.60g	173%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 344mg	115%
Sodium 1219mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 346.60g	126%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 186.60g
Protein 39.00g	78%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 275mg	21%
Iron 14mg	75%
Potassium 1388mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.6%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 57.0%