How to Make Carrot Bars - A Step-by-Step Guide

Carrot bars are a delicious and wholesome treat that are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while also incorporating some nutritious ingredients. This delightful recipe combines the natural sweetness of carrots with warm spices and a creamy frosting, resulting in a dessert that is both comforting and guilt-free. Whether you're looking for a new way to use up an abundance of carrots or simply craving a delectable dessert, these carrot bars are sure to become a new favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • 2 (4 ounce) jars carrot baby food
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • ¼ pound butter, softened
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 30
  • Yield: 2 - 8x11 inch cakes

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8x11 inch pans.
  • Beat together the oil, sugar, eggs and carrots. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Add to wet ingredients and mix well.
  • Pour into pans and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool..
  • Beat together cream cheese and butter. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mix until smooth. Spread frosting on cooled cakes and serve.
  • Nutrition

    289 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 218mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 52mg