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Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

These delightful carrot cake bars combine the comforting flavors of classic carrot cake in a hand-held treat, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the grated carrots, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well blended.
  3. Add the eggs one by one, mixing in the crushed pineapple, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Gently fold in the flour until just incorporated.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Frosting
  1. While the bars are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. Beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
  3. Once the bars are completely cool, spread the frosting generously over the top.
Serving
  1. Cut into squares, serve, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute half the oil with unsweetened applesauce. To store leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

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