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Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Here’s a delightful recipe for Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting. These moist and flavorful bars are packed with grated carrots and warm spices, then topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. They’re perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

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For the Carrot Cake Bars:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • ½ cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients:
    • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars:
    • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
    • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
    • Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in Carrots and Pineapple:
    • Gently fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and walnuts (if using).
  7. Bake the Bars:
    • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
    • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    • Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  8. Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
    • In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
    • Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and well combined.
  9. Frost the Bars:
    • Spread the frosting over the cooled carrot cake bars.
    • Cut into squares to serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the grated carrots are well-drained to avoid excess moisture in the batter.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding ½ cup of raisins or shredded coconut.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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