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Irresistibly Indulgent Carrot Cake Cream Cheese Bars You’ll Love

Irresistibly Indulgent Carrot Cake Cream Cheese Bars
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These carrot cake cream cheese bars are the perfect blend of moist carrot cake topped with rich cream cheese frosting, making them an irresistible dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the oil and eggs until combined, then stir in the grated carrots and crushed pineapple.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the walnuts if using.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
  8. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
  9. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled cake and slice into bars.
  10. Enjoy your delicious carrot cake cream cheese bars!

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding raisins along with the carrots.
  • These bars can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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Keywords: Carrot Cake, Cream Cheese, Dessert, Indulgent

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