Print

Lemon Zucchini Bars with Glaze Recipe

Lemon Zucchini Bars with Glaze Recipe
Print Recipe

★★★★★

4.9 from 14 reviews

Delight in these refreshing Lemon Zucchini Bars with a tangy lemon glaze, perfect for a light dessert or snack. Moist zucchini and zesty lemon combine with a tender crumb, topped with a sweet and citrusy glaze for a burst of flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 cup grated zucchini, lightly squeezed to remove excess moisture
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2–3 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Glaze

  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan to ensure the bars don’t stick.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution of leavening agents.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with the granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, then stir in the vanilla extract, blending well after each addition to maintain emulsion.
  5. Combine Yogurt and Lemon Juice: In a small bowl, whisk the plain yogurt or sour cream together with the fresh lemon juice, adding moisture and tang to the batter.
  6. Alternate Adding Dry and Yogurt Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture and the yogurt-lemon mixture alternately to the wet ingredients, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the bars.
  7. Fold in Zucchini and Lemon Zest: Gently fold the grated zucchini and lemon zest into the batter, distributing evenly for added moisture and citrus flavor.
  8. Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool Bars: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps set the structure.
  10. Prepare Glaze: While the bars cool, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk or lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
  11. Glaze the Bars: Once the bars are completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the top to add sweetness and extra lemon flavor.
  12. Set and Serve: Let the glaze set for several minutes before cutting the bars into squares and serving. Enjoy the fresh lemon and zucchini flavors in every bite.

Notes

  • Ensure zucchini is lightly squeezed to remove excess moisture to prevent soggy bars.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bars tender and light.
  • You can substitute the plain yogurt with sour cream for a richer texture.
  • For a dairy-free glaze, use lemon juice instead of milk.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Keywords: Lemon Zucchini Bars, lemon dessert, zucchini dessert, lemon glaze recipe, easy lemon bars, moist zucchini bars

Find it online: https://cookcrisis.com/lemon-zucchini-bars-with-glaze-recipe/