Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of No Bake Carrot Cake Bars, a delightful treat that harmonizes chewy textures and lightly spiced flavors, topped with creamy frosting. This no-bake recipe is perfect for meal prep, making it an ideal option for a nutritious breakfast or a satisfying dessert. Enjoy these wholesome bars as a snack on the go or impress your guests at gatherings with their unique combination of ingredients. Easy to customize based on dietary preferences, these bars offer a guilt-free indulgence that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup sugar (or substitute)
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 medium carrot (grated)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup almond butter (or any nut/seed butter)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- Line an 8 x 8 baking dish or loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine coconut flour, sea salt, cinnamon, and sugar. Mix well and add pumpkin puree and grated carrots.
- Melt almond butter and maple syrup together, then whisk in vanilla extract. Pour over dry ingredients and mix until fully combined.
- Gradually add milk to achieve desired consistency; press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes until firm. Top with frosting made from cream cheese, sugar, and cinnamon; refrigerate again for 30 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg