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Carrot Cake Cookie Bars

Carrot Cake Cookie Bars: 7 Reasons to Love This Treat


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious carrot cake cookie bars with a soft texture and cream cheese frosting.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture.
  6. Fold in grated carrots, walnuts, and raisins.
  7. Spread batter into a greased baking pan.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool completely before frosting.
  10. For frosting, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  11. Spread frosting evenly over cooled bars.
  12. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans if desired.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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