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Carrot Cake Bars

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Carrot Cake Bars are a scrumptious twist on a classic dessert, blending the warm spices and moist texture of traditional carrot cake into an easy-to-make bar format. Topped with rich cream cheese frosting, these bars are perfect for any celebration or as a delightful afternoon treat. Their inviting aroma and vibrant flavor will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups shredded carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix oil and eggs until combined. Stir in shredded carrots and walnuts if using.
  4. Gently combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow bars to cool completely before making the frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
  7. Spread frosting over cooled bars, cut into squares or rectangles, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in raisins or substituting walnuts with pecans. - Ensure your carrots are freshly grated for the best texture.

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