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Carrot Cake Breakfast Bars Recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12 bars
Calories 250
Delight in these wholesome carrot cake-inspired breakfast bars, packed with spices, nuts, and optional cream cheese frosting for a satisfying start to your day.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups finely grated carrots (about 200-220g)
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce (120g)
  • 0.25 cup melted coconut oil or light olive oil (60ml)
  • 2 large eggs (or 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp flaxseed + 6 tbsp water))
  • 0.5 cup pure maple syrup or honey (120ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125g)
  • 0.75 cup whole wheat flour (90g)
  • 1.5 cups rolled oats (135g)
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar (100g)
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 0.75 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Optional Add-ins

  • 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (60g)
  • 0.5 cup raisins or dried cranberries (75g)
  • 0.25 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (20g)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (113g, dairy-free optional)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (dairy-free optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted (120g)
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 teaspoons milk or plant-based milk (as needed for consistency)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch pan and line with parchment.
  • Mix grated carrots, applesauce, oil, eggs (or flax eggs), syrup, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
  • Combine dry ingredients: flours, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt. Whisk thoroughly.
  • Fold wet mixture into dry ingredients. Add nuts, raisins, or coconut if desired. Spread batter in pan.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before glazing.

Notes

Cooling thoroughly before cutting ensures clean slices. Store in refrigerator if glazed.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Bars, Breakfast, carrot