Carrot Cake Bars
These Carrot Cake Bars are moist, flavorful, and packed with grated carrots and warm spices, making them a perfect handheld dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a large bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in grated carrots, walnuts, pineapple, and raisins (if using).
- Pour batter into prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
For extra indulgence, top with cream cheese frosting or serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
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