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Carrot Cake Bliss

Discover the perfect blend of sweetness and spice with these Carrot Cake Bars topped with creamy frosting Ideal for family gatherings and easy to make
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 240kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer (hand or stand)
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350F (175C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until well combined, then add eggs and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating cream cheese and butter together until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
  • Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars.

Notes

For a zesty twist, try adding a tablespoon of orange zest to the batter. Keep bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze wrapped individually for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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