Carrot Cake Bars: Easy Recipe for Homemade Indulgence
Indulge in these rich and flavorful carrot cake bars that are not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine grated carrots, flour, and sugars.
- Add baking soda, cinnamon, and salt, mixing well.
- In another bowl, whisk together oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Fold in walnuts if using.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding raisins or coconut.
- These bars are delicious served with cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Carrot Cake Bars