Carrot Bars with Frosting (Print-Friendly Version)
Soft spiced carrot bars topped with rich cream cheese frosting. Pineapple and fresh carrots add extra flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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2 cups white flour
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1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
→ Wet Ingredients
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3 large eggs
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1 cup white sugar
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1/2 cup softened butter (unsalted)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1/2 cup crushed and drained pineapple
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2 cups shredded fresh carrots
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1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts, if using
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
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8 oz softened cream cheese
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1/4 cup butter softened
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1 teaspoon vanilla
# Steps:
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Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to preheat. Coat a 9x13-inch pan with butter and flour.
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Stir together cinnamon, flour, salt, nutmeg, baking powder, ginger, and baking soda in a bowl.
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Cream the butter and sugars until airy, then toss in eggs one by one. Mix in vanilla. Slowly add dry ingredients. Fold in the carrots, pineapple, and nuts last.
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Put the batter into the pan, spread it evenly, and bake for 30-35 minutes. Let it cool fully before frosting.
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Whip the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla until creamy. Spread all over the cooled cake.
# Notes:
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Softened butter and cream cheese work best.
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Drain your pineapple well or the batter might get too soggy.