Irresistibly Indulgent Carrot Cake Cream Cheese Bars
Indulge in these Irresistibly Indulgent Carrot Cake Cream Cheese Bars, where nostalgia meets convenience in a deliciously moist and creamy dessert. These bars are perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to festive celebrations. With their rich blend of spices and a delightful cream cheese swirl, they are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and serve, these handheld treats promise to bring joy to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup freshly grated carrots
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine light brown sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, and baking powder.
- Add melted butter, egg, and grated carrots; mix until just combined.
- In another bowl, blend softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and egg yolk until smooth.
- Pour half of the carrot batter into the prepared dish, dollop with cream cheese mixture, then top with remaining batter. Swirl gently.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg