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Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
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If you’re in search of a dessert that offers both comfort and delightful flavors, look no further than these Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting. These bars are soft, moist, and perfectly spiced, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. With easy-to-follow steps and common pantry ingredients, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special celebrations. The rich cream cheese frosting beautifully complements the warm spices, leaving your taste buds dancing with joy. Whether you’re baking for a family gathering or simply indulging yourself, these carrot cake bars are sure to impress everyone who takes a bite.

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 grease a 9×13-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
  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. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently fold in grated carrots (and nuts if using).
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling completely before frosting.
  6. For frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until creamy; add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until fluffy.
  7. Spread the frosting over cooled bars, slice into squares, and enjoy!

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