Carrot Cake Bars Recipe
Moist, spiced, and topped with creamy frosting, these carrot cake bars are a delightful twist on the classic cake. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy tea-time treat. Packed with carrots and warm spices for irresistible flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups grated carrots
- ½ cup crushed pineapple drained
- ½ cup chopped walnuts optional
- 4 oz cream cheese softened (for frosting)
- ¼ cup butter softened (for frosting)
- 1 cup powdered sugar for frosting
- ½ tsp vanilla extract for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in grated carrots, pineapple, and walnuts.
- Fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fluffy.
- Spread frosting over cooled bars and cut into squares.
Notes
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- You can add raisins for extra sweetness.
- Toast walnuts for a richer flavor.