Carrot Cake Bars
Carrot cake bars are a delightful and convenient treat, perfectly capturing the essence of classic carrot cake in a bite-sized form. Infused with warm spices and moist shredded carrots, these scrumptious bars are balanced with the satisfying crunch of nuts. Ideal for any occasion, whether as a snack or dessert, each bar promises rich flavors that will keep you coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cups shredded carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
- Add in the shredded carrots, eggs, and vegetable oil; stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in raisins or crushed pineapple. For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend containing xanthan gum.