Description
Indulge in these Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect blend of warm spices and creamy sweetness. These moist dessert bars are not only easy to prepare but also a delightful treat for any occasion—from festive gatherings to a simple afternoon snack. With the rich flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg paired with luscious cream cheese frosting, each bite promises satisfaction. Customize them with your favorite nuts or dried fruits for added texture. These bars are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots
- 8 oz cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs with sugars, oil, applesauce, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients and mix until just combined; fold in grated carrots and nuts if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling completely before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 155mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg