Description
Deliciously moist carrot cake bars topped with rich cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the oil and eggs until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the bars are baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Once the bars are cool, spread the cream cheese frosting on top.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- For added flavor, consider adding raisins or coconut to the batter.
- These bars can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg