Carrot Bars
Sweet, spiced, and irresistibly moist, these Carrot Bars are a delightful twist on classic carrot cake, perfect for any occasion. Made with freshly grated carrots, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a luscious cream cheese frosting, these easy-to-make bars are bursting with flavor and texture. With just 20 minutes of prep time, they bake to perfection in under half an hour, making them a time-saving treat that's sure to impress. Ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, or a simple dessert, these bite-sized bars are as delicious as they are convenient. Plus, they store beautifully in the fridge, ensuring you can enjoy their rich, spiced goodness all week long. Whether you're a fan of traditional carrot cake or simply love a satisfying dessert, these Carrot Bars are sure to become your new favorite go-to recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups grated carrots
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 0.25 cup butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 0.5 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat together the vegetable oil, eggs, and pure vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the grated carrots gently until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the carrot bars from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan.
While the bars cool, make the frosting by beating the cream cheese and softened butter together in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
Once the carrot bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
Cut into bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.2 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 255 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 107 mg | 2% | |
*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.
