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Carrot Cake Bars

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Deliciously moist and spiced carrot cake bars packed with shredded carrots and warm cinnamon, perfect for a convenient dessert or snack.

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 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups finely shredded carrots (about 3-4 medium carrots)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and grease lightly.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. In a large bowl, beat together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  5. Fold in shredded carrots, chopped nuts, crushed pineapple, and coconut if using.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.

Notes

For extra indulgence, frost the cooled bars with cream cheese frosting or sprinkle powdered sugar on top. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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