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Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the warm comfort of Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting—a delightful dessert that brings joy to any occasion. These moist and flavorful bars blend the sweetness of finely grated carrots with aromatic spices, topped off with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, they are not only simple to prepare but also a hit among both kids and adults alike. Once you taste these scrumptious treats, they will quickly become a staple in your baking repertoire!

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
  • 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
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large bowl, combine eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; fold in grated carrots.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  6. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  7. Spread frosting over cooled bars, cut into squares, and serve.

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