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Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars

Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars: Healthy & Protein-Packed Delight

Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars combine classic carrot cake flavors with a healthy twist, offering a low-sugar, protein-rich snack option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Use dairy-free alternative for vegan
  • 2 Large Eggs Can be replaced with flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup Almond Flour (or Oat Flour) Can use gluten-free or whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup Grated Carrot Use fresh unpeeled carrots for added fiber
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Honey Optional, adjust to taste or omit
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Can be swapped with nutmeg or ginger
  • 1 pinch Salt Essential for flavor balance
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans Optional, omit for nut-free version
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1/4 cup Light Cream Cheese Glaze Optional drizzle
  • 1 cup Dried Fruits (like raisins or shredded coconut) Optional mix-ins

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup (if desired), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until combined, then fold in grated carrot and nuts if using.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top to create an even surface.
  4. Bake for about 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
  5. Cool for about 10 minutes at room temperature before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ingredients, adjust sweetness as desired, and let bars cool completely before serving.

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