Carrot Bars W Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in the irresistible charm of these Carrot Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting—your new favorite dessert for any occasion! This recipe features a moist and tender carrot-infused base, perfumed with warm cinnamon and sweetened with a decadent blend of granulated and brown sugars. Topped with a luscious, tangy cream cheese frosting that's perfectly smooth and creamy, every bite is a heavenly combination of flavors and textures. Simple to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time, these easy carrot bars are baked to perfection in under 25 minutes, making them an ideal treat for parties, holidays, or an afternoon snack. Whether you’re a fan of classic carrot cake or simply craving a sweet twist, these crowd-pleasing bars are a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
• 3 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Carrots, grated
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)
• 1 tablespoon Milk (optional, for consistency)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the grated carrots until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the carrot bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan.

Step 9

While the bars are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well blended. If the frosting is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of milk to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 11

Once the carrot bars have cooled completely, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the surface.

Step 12

Cut the carrot bars into squares or rectangles and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1925.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6196.3

Total Fat 350.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 136.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.8g
Cholesterol 1068.7mg	0%
Sodium 4240.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 745.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 566.2g
Protein 57.4g	0%

Vitamin D 127.8IU	0%
Calcium 657.1mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 2447.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.5%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 46.9%