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Carrot Cake Bars: Discover the Ultimate Recipe Today!

Delicious and moist carrot cake bars topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots about 4 medium carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cream cheese frosting:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, eggs, grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  6. While the bars are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and well combined.
  7. Once the bars are completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • This recipe makes about 24 bars.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half of the oil with unsweetened applesauce.
  • For added flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of grated orange zest to the batter.

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