Fold in carrots and transfer to prepared baking dish. My blog is already 10 months old and this is my second comment but I read your blog all the time. I can share some with my co-workers. Bake for 40-45 minutes until firm and golden on top. You can double is for a large casserole dish but I love this small size because I only every really need nine servings! In α lαrge bowl combine the melted butter, brown sugαr, αnd vαnillα; whisk smooth. You can exchange the brown rice flour for another flour of your choice, such as oat, buckwheat or spelt, Brand Collaborations and Recipe Development. And I agree, store-bought grated carrots are a no-no in recipes like this where a lot of the moisture is derived from the carrots. And again. :) I love how thick and fudgy these are! I haven’t had carrot cake in ages, and these bars seem way more portable. Carrot cake . Add the flour and stir until just combined; don’t overmix. I loved these things – my fave ‘carrot cake’ recipe to date. Absolutely stunning and so moist and flavorful! Since the carrot bars are so soft and moist from the juicy carrots and from the brown sugar which also helps them stay tender, they don’t need gobs of frosting. ;), Thick and fudgy is right, if something non-chocolate can be fudgy, these were it! It always bothers me when I see recipes that say to use a certain volume of grated carrot but don’t say whether that’s packed or loose. Looks so moist and chewy, which is the best! made these today and they taste great!! Once cake has cooled, spread with cream cheese frosting and cut into squares. Print recipe White whole wheat flour and applesauce help bump up the nutrients in this super moist snack cake that features an effortless cream cheese frosting. I’m comfortable storing glazed bars at room temp, but if you’re not, store them in fridge noting they will dry out more rapidly. If you try them now, or ever, LMK! Ingredients. Whisk in the eggs until smooth. Soft, chewy, and ironically not cakey! New! originally published May 10, 2014 — last updated January 22, 2020 I’ve been on a carrot cake smoothie kick, myself…. Not exactly sure what it all is but I bet some fluke chemical reaction with the carrots and the baking powder. These little bars are perfect, Averie! My name is Nina and welcome to my blog, Naturally Nina. And great job at re-purposing the glaze you already had rather than going to buy cream cheese. I LOVE CARROT CAKE!! Some people hate them so I kept them out but I wanted to put them in these. https://www.naturally-nina.com/recipes/2018/2/16/carrot-cake-blondies Plαce pαn in the oven αnd bαke for 32 to 35 minutes. You’d never know it was vegan; seriously great base that you can adapt to really anything, ie. & My boyfriend is a huge fan of carrot cake and his birthday is coming up. And yes I know what you mean about cakes/messy drizzles. Pinned! Preheαt oven to 350 degrees (F). We even have sugar-free and vegan versions. I am a carrot cake junkie–you are speaking my language with these bars! As usual, this delicious recipe is gluten, oil and refined sugar free. The bars are already *incredibly* moist and oil makes things even moister than butter so they will be supremely soft! Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment. Bars get softer on days 2 and 3 and the flavors marry; I think they peak 1-2 days after baking. Oh lovely Averie! I always run a 50% chance of screwing up my cake because I’m so freaking impatient for them to cook!! These blondies are impressive for sure, but they’re approachable for bakers of any skill level. The spices pair perfectly with the natural sweetness, making these an ideal snack or dessert to satisfy those sweet cravings in a wholesome and nourishing way. I know you have a carrot cake blondies recipe and yes Dorothy me too, I loved these more than cake. Thanks for making me laugh about the gym comment :) I totally understand! These photos are so beautiful that I have to comment again after 10 month. Thanks for pinning and I’m so glad you love them! Love the idea of carrot cake in a bar, but the texture not at all cakey. This bars look amazing + easy. I think I've lost count of all the the different flavour variations I've tried out these past few weeks...but this Carrot Cake inspired version was definitely one of the best yet! It’s everything I love in baked goods and you too! Try one of our carrot cake recipes whether you're hosting a coffee morning, afternoon tea or just fancy a treat. Thanks for saying hi! (Meaning I could put some in my pocket for emergencies…). I think he was expecting a cake like bar. I love the glaze addition ;). Thanks for noticing :). They take just 10 minutes of prep and then go straight into the oven. You likely can, although I haven’t tried it myself. Fold in chopped pecαns. Made these tonight. Wait momentarily before adding the egg so you don’t scramble it. 8 ounces unsαlted butter, melted; 1 αnd 1/2 cups brown sugαr; 2 teαspoons vαnillα extrαct; 1 lαrge egg + 1 egg yolk, αt room temperαture; 1 cup cαrrots, finely grαted I am definitely going to try these with my homegrown carrots this summer! This gives you that mouthfeel and the texture of the carrots is just awesome. But there’s always room for more carrot cake recipes. These bars look fabulous Averie and soo moist and nummy! I love anything carrot cake. I was also thinking about your carrot cake cookies but didn’t have butterscotch chips. I also much prefer my carrot cake to have a ton of flavor. Thanks for the recipe. I hope you love these as much as I do. A cake that makes your body feel as good as it tastes is definitely my kind of cake! Just when you thought they couldn't possibly get any better. You can bet I will be trying these soon. I love carrot cake because it’s an excuse to eat more raisins which I’m addicted to. Happy Mother’s day–put your feet up and take a break! Next time! :). I'm so glad you've found my site! Note that these get better on the second and third day because the flavors marry and they get softer over time from the moisture in the carrots. Learn how your comment data is processed. :). This crowd-pleasing recipe turns the ultimate afternoon tea favourite into delightful cupcakes. Easter may have past, but surely you are still enjoying all things carrot cake this Spring! As necessary, add additional sugar (if glaze seems too thin) or splash of milk (if it seems too thick) to reach desired consistency. Carrot Cake Blondies – Deliciously moist and dense blondies that are stuffed full of carrots, perfectly spiced, and topped with a cream cheese. Springtime Sugar Cookie Bars — The bars are buttery soft in the middle with a bit of chewiness around the edges and have nice texture from the baked-in sprinkles. Cooking time 23mins. YUM! Use edges of parchment to remove from pan. I honestly can’t get enough carrot cake and these bars are no exception. Love the spices in there! I can’t wait to try them out! I hope you enjoy and can find a bit of inspiration! Learn how to get all of Savory's print magazine content online here! I haven’t delved into your carrot cake recipes at all. They’re super gorgeous, and I think I love bars like this MORE than actual carrot cake!! I’m late to the party! These look like they would be the PERFECT snack!! Carrot Cake Blondies. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Bake the carrot cake bars until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean, or with a few moist crumbs, but no batter. Thanks for pinning & I totally agree with you! Coarsely grate the carrots (1 cup needed). Carrot cake bars that are like blondies? And these are WAY easier and less fussy than cookies. Ingredients. They’re my favorite carrot cake thing I’ve ever made. I love carrot cake. I love dense, thick stuff like this as opposed to light and fluffy any day, so these were hoarded :). I’ve tried carrot cake cookies, but it just isn’t right. Tropical Escape Soft Pineapple Crumble Bars — In need of a tropical pineapple dessert? I am a sucker for carrot cake anything and love how thick and fudgy these are and so much easier to make than an actual cake – pinning :), Yum! Meanwhile, with hand mixer, beat the cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, and 1 tbsp warm water until smooth. 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