Spice up your life with this new Carrot Cake squares recipe!
Don’t let the name fool you; these delicious Spiced Carrot Cake Cream Cheese squares are a combination of cake and “icing” all in one. We love them as a dessert or just as a snack.
Directions
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Grease and flour a 13 x 9-inch (3 L) metal baking pan and set aside.
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Once combined, stir in the carrot.
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Bake 20 to 22 minutes or until cake tester inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely on rack. Remove from pan and cut into squares.
Store in air-tight container in the refrigerator and serve at room temperature.
Tip: These squares freeze well. Cut into squares and place in air-tight containers, separating layers with waxed paper.
Servings: 12 to 16+ squares
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 to 22 minutes
Ingredients
1¼ cups (300 mL) all-purpose flour plus 2 tbsp (30 mL), divided
1¼ cups (300 mL) granulated sugar, divided
1½ tsp (7 mL) cinnamon
1 tsp (5 mL) baking soda
½ tsp (2 mL) salt
½ tsp (2 mL) nutmeg
2/3 cup (150 mL) vegetable oil
3 eggs, divided
1½ tsp (7 mL) vanilla, divided
1 cup (250 mL) finely grated carrot (about 1 large)
1 pkg (250 g) cream cheese, at room temperature
You can also see full recipe here.