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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 delightful taste of Decadent Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect dessert for any occasion. These moist, flavorful bars combine the warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger with fresh carrots and crushed pineapple, creating a sweet treat that everyone will adore. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, these bars are not only easy to make but also customizable—add nuts or dried fruits to suit your taste! Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, these carrot cake bars will be an instant favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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, and spices.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix well; stir in vanilla.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients. Fold in grated carrots and crushed pineapple.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow cooling completely before frosting with a mixture of cream cheese and powdered sugar.

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