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Carrot Cake Bars

Carrot Cake Bars

Discover the secret to ultra-moist Carrot Cake Bars topped with silky cream cheese frosting!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 12 bars
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients
  

For the Carrot Cake Bars:

  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 ½ cups flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup coconut oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • ¼ cup butter room temperature
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions
 

  • Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, coconut oil, brown sugar, and vanilla.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: Fold in grated carrots, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until just combined.
  • Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool: Allow bars to cool completely before frosting.
  • Prepare Frosting: Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread evenly over cooled bars.
  • Serve & Enjoy! Cut into squares and enjoy your homemade Carrot Cake Bars.

Notes

  • Extra Moisture Tip: Add ¼ cup crushed pineapple to the batter.
  • Healthier Alternatives:
    • Gluten-Free: Swap flour with almond or oat flour.
    • Vegan: Use flax eggs and plant-based butter.
    • Low-Sugar: Substitute brown sugar with applesauce or maple syrup.
  • Quick Option: Bake in a muffin tin for single-serve portions in just 20 minutes!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSugar: 18g
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