Ingredients
– 2 cups finely grated carrots
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 4 large eggs
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 cups powdered sugar
– 1 tablespoon milk (or more for consistency, if needed)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk
– Rubber spatula
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Parchment paper (optional, for easy removal)
– Electric mixer (for frosting)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Greasing your baking pan with oil or lining it with parchment paper makes for easy cleanup later. In my kitchen, I find that lining the pan with parchment paper helps ensure the bars come out beautifully without sticking. In a large bowl, whisk together the grated carrots, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined. This batter will be warm, inviting, and full of vibrant color. (See the next page below to continue steps…)
