Carrot Raisins Bars

Soft, moist, and bursting with the comforting flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, these Carrot Raisin Bars are the ultimate snack or dessert treat! Perfectly spiced and studded with tender shredded carrots and plump, sweet raisins, these bars are as wholesome as they are indulgent. Made with simple pantry staples, they come together in just 40 minutes, making them ideal for busy days or last-minute baking needs. For an extra layer of decadence, drizzle on the optional cream cheese glaze that adds a tangy sweetness to every bite. Whether you're hosting a gathering or craving a cozy homemade dessert, these easy-to-make carrot bars are sure to delight both kids and adults alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Carrots, shredded
• 0.75 cup Raisins
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened (optional glaze)
• 1 cup Powdered sugar (optional glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Milk (optional glaze)
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients, and whisk until the mixture is creamy and smooth.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Fold in the shredded carrots and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out into an even layer.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Step 10

If preparing the optional cream cheese glaze, whisk together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bars before serving.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your delicious carrot raisin bars!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1227.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3609.3

Total Fat 157.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g
Cholesterol 496.0mg	0%
Sodium 2460.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 531.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 379.6g
Protein 44.0g	0%

Vitamin D 94.6IU	0%
Calcium 488.3mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 2488.4mg	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: 38.1%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 57.1%