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Carrot Cake Bars

A moist and delicious treat that captures the flavors of classic carrot cake in a shareable format, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 2 cups shredded carrots about two medium carrots
Optional Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Make a well in the dry ingredients. Add the eggs and the vegetable oil or melted butter. Mix until you reach a smooth consistency.
  4. Gently fold in the shredded carrots and the chopped nuts if you’re using them.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares. For extra indulgence, frost with cream cheese frosting!

Notes

Store carrot cake bars in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze individually wrapped for up to 3 months.