Description
Carrot Cake Bars are a delicious twist on the classic dessert, combining the warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg with moist grated carrots in a convenient bar format. Topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, these indulgent treats are perfect for any occasion—be it a family gathering or a cozy afternoon snack. With their rich flavor and delightful texture, these bars will quickly become a favorite among your loved ones. Easy to prepare and utterly satisfying, they offer all the comforts of traditional carrot cake without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated carrots (about 2–3 medium-sized)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, vegetable oil, grated carrots, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just mixed. Optionally add nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow bars to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg