Pineapple Carrot Bars

Get ready to fall in love with the irresistible charm of Pineapple Carrot Bars—an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert that combines the natural sweetness of crushed pineapple and finely shredded carrots with the comforting warmth of cinnamon. These moist and tender bars come together effortlessly with simple pantry staples and are topped with a rich, velvety cream cheese frosting that takes them to the next level. Perfect for gatherings or as an everyday treat, this recipe is a delightful fusion of tropical flavor and homestyle comfort. Serve these bars as a dessert, snack, or even a sweet breakfast indulgence, and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 8 ounces Crushed pineapple, drained
• 1.5 cups Carrots, finely shredded
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the drained crushed pineapple and shredded carrots until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it into an even layer.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 9

While the bars cool, prepare the cream cheese frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and softened butter together until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.

Step 11

Once the bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.

Step 12

Optional: Sprinkle with a dusting of cinnamon or chopped nuts for garnish.

Step 13

Cut into 16 squares or bars and serve. Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1800.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5411.8

Total Fat 234.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 380.3mg	0%
Sodium 3302.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 825.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 647.1g
Protein 38.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 529.7mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 2044.7mg	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: 37.9%

Protein: 2.8%

Carbs: 59.3%