Carrot Bars W Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the irresistible charm of these Carrot Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting—your new favorite dessert for any occasion! This recipe features a moist and tender carrot-infused base, perfumed with warm cinnamon and sweetened with a decadent blend of granulated and brown sugars. Topped with a luscious, tangy cream cheese frosting that's perfectly smooth and creamy, every bite is a heavenly combination of flavors and textures. Simple to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time, these easy carrot bars are baked to perfection in under 25 minutes, making them an ideal treat for parties, holidays, or an afternoon snack. Whether you’re a fan of classic carrot cake or simply craving a sweet twist, these crowd-pleasing bars are a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
- 3 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Carrots, grated
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1 tablespoon Milk (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
In a separate bowl, combine the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the grated carrots until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the carrot bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan.
While the bars are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well blended. If the frosting is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of milk to achieve the desired consistency.
Once the carrot bars have cooled completely, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the surface.
Cut the carrot bars into squares or rectangles and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 350.3 g | 449% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.1 g | 680% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 100.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1069 mg | 356% | |
| Sodium | 4240 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 745.5 g | 271% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 566.2 g | ||
| Protein | 57.4 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 657 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2448 mg | 52% | |
*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.
