Description

Carrot Cake Bars are a delicious twist on traditional carrot cake, offering a moist and flavorful dessert in an easy-to-serve bar form. Perfect for celebrations or casual gatherings, these bars boast a delightful blend of spices, shredded carrots, and a creamy cream cheese topping. They’re not only simple to make but also incredibly versatile—ideal for any occasion, from Easter brunch to birthday parties. With their chewy texture and rich flavor, Carrot Cake Bars are sure to impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

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1/2 cup butter (melted)
1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded carrots
4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray an 8×8 baking pan with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and light brown sugar until smooth. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture and fold in the shredded carrots.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–40 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
While baking, prepare the cream cheese topping by mixing cream cheese and granulated sugar until creamy. Add egg yolk and vanilla; stir until smooth.
Once bars are slightly cooled, spread the cream cheese topping over them. Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg