Carrot Cake Cream Cheese Bars
Discover how to make Carrot Cake Cream Cheese Bars. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
20
Prep Time
28
Cook Time
48
Total Time
12
Servings
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Discover how to make Carrot Cake Cream Cheese Bars. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients
Instructions
**Make Batter:**
- Cream butter and brown sugar with a hand mixer until fluffy (2–3 minutes). - Beat in egg and vanilla until smooth. - Whisk together flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and baking powder in a separate bowl. - Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Fold in grated carrots.
**Prepare Swirl:**
- Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and egg yolk in a clean bowl until smooth.
**Assemble:**
- Spread ⅔ of the batter into the prepared pan. - Dollop cream cheese mixture over the batter, then top with remaining batter. - Swirl layers together using a butter knife in a figure-8 pattern.
You Must Know
- ✓1. Grate carrots on the fine side of a box grater for even distribution and maximum moisture.
- ✓2. For cleaner swirls, avoid overmixing – 3–4 knife passes are ideal.
Chef's Notes
1. Grate carrots on the fine side of a box grater for even distribution and maximum moisture.
2. For cleaner swirls, avoid overmixing – 3–4 knife passes are ideal.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat. Ideal for Easter brunch or afternoon tea.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
235
Calories
3g
Protein
32g
Carbs
11g
Fat
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Carrot Cake Cream Cheese Bars
Discover how to make Carrot Cake Cream Cheese Bars. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients (13)
Instructions
- - Cream butter and brown sugar with a hand mixer until fluffy (2–3 minutes). - Beat in egg and vanilla until smooth. - Whisk together flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and baking powder in a separate bowl. - Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Fold in grated carrots.
- - Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and egg yolk in a clean bowl until smooth.
- - Spread ⅔ of the batter into the prepared pan. - Dollop cream cheese mixture over the batter, then top with remaining batter. - Swirl layers together using a butter knife in a figure-8 pattern.
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