Carrot Cake Bars
Soft, moist, and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, these Carrot Cake Bars are perfect for springtime parties, Easter, or whenever you're craving a sweet and cozy treat!
Equipment
- 8x8 inch baking pan
- Mixing Bowls
Ingredients
For the Bars
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2/3 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 eggs large
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots about 3 medium carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk oil, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Stir dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in grated carrots and nuts if using.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 22–26 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually beat in powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
- Frost the cooled bars, slice into squares, and serve!
Notes
These bars stay moist and flavorful for days! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.