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Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the delightful experience of Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect dessert for any occasion. These bars combine the rich flavors of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with moist grated carrots, resulting in a soft and flavorful treat that melts in your mouth. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, they offer a delightful balance of sweetness and creaminess that makes them irresistible to everyone—from kids to adults. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply looking for a comforting dessert to enjoy at home, these carrot cake bars will be your new favorite recipe! Easy to make and perfect for meal prep, you can whip them up ahead of time and enjoy their enhanced flavor after chilling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased and lined 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large bowl, beat eggs with brown sugar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; then add grated carrots (and nuts if desired).
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
  6. While cooling, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until creamy; add powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
  7. Frost cooled bars with cream cheese frosting and cut into squares before serving.

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