Description

Indulge in these moist and flavorful Carrot Cake Bars, a delightful twist on classic carrot cake in a convenient bar form. Packed with grated carrots, pineapple, and nuts, these bars are perfect for snacking or as a dessert.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Additional Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots
1/2 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan.
Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Prepare wet mixture: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the grated carrots and pineapple.
Combine ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the nuts, if using.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 28–32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and slice: Cool completely before slicing into bars.

Notes

For a dessert-style finish, top with cream cheese frosting once cooled.
These bars also freeze well—wrap tightly and store for up to 2 months.