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Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bars Recipe

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These Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bars are a moist, wholesome dessert or snack option that combine rolled oats, almond butter, and zucchini with sweet medjool dates and chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, they offer a healthy twist with natural sweeteners and nutrient-rich ingredients baked to golden perfection.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 9 bars

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup almond butter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 8 medjool dates, pitted
  • 2 eggs

Vegetables & Add-ins

  • 1–2 zucchini, grated and squeezed (about 2 cups total, divided)
  • Chocolate chips (optional, for topping and stirring in)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare vegetables. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grate 1 to 2 zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture. Set aside about half of the grated zucchini and some chocolate chips for stirring in later to maintain texture and moisture balance.
  2. Blend the batter. In a blender or food processor, combine the rolled oats, olive oil, almond butter, maple syrup, medjool dates, eggs, baking soda, salt, and half of the grated zucchini. Blend until a smooth-ish batter forms; it may still have some texture from the oats and zucchini but should be well combined.
  3. Combine batter and extras. Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl and fold in the reserved grated zucchini and chocolate chips gently to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.
  4. Bake the bars. Pour the batter into a greased 9×9-inch (or similar) square baking dish, smoothing the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes. The bars are done when the top is golden brown and springs back gently when pressed.
  5. Cool and serve. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the dish for clean, neat cuts. They can be enjoyed warm or cold and last best stored in the refrigerator. Perfect for snacking, breakfast, or dessert anytime!

Notes

  • Be sure to squeeze the zucchini well to avoid excess moisture which could make the bars soggy.
  • Using medjool dates adds natural sweetness and moisture, but ensure they are pitted before blending.
  • If you prefer, substitute chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruit for variation.
  • Store bars refrigerated to maintain freshness; they last up to 5 days chilled.
  • These bars are naturally gluten free if using certified gluten-free oats.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/almond-butter-chocolate-chip-zucchini-bars-recipe/