🥕 Keto Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
A rich, spiced dessert that is low-carb, gluten-free, and perfectly “mix-and-bake” simple.
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Cook time: 25 minutes
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Yields: 12 bars
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Net Carbs: 7g per bar
Ingredients
The Spiced Cake Base:
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1 ½ cups Almond flour
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½ cup Coconut flour
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¾ cup Erythritol (granulated)
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1 tsp Ground cinnamon
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¼ tsp Ground nutmeg
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¼ tsp Ground ginger
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1 tsp Baking powder
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¼ tsp Salt
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3 Large eggs
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½ cup Almond milk (unsweetened)
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½ cup Liquid coconut oil
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1 tsp Vanilla extract
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1 ½ cups Grated carrot (finely grated is best)
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½ cup Walnuts or pecans, chopped
The Tangy Frosting:
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8 oz Cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup Unsalted butter, softened
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⅓ cup Erythritol (powdered works best for smooth frosting)
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1 tsp Vanilla extract
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A pinch of Salt
Instructions
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Prep Work: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, baking powder, and salt.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, almond milk, liquid coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until a smooth batter forms. Fold in the finely grated carrots and chopped nuts.
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Bake: Spread the batter evenly into your prepared pan. Bake for 22–25 minutes. Tip: Do not overbake! The bars should be set but still moist. 6. Cool: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan. If the cake is even slightly warm, the frosting will melt.
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Make the Frosting: In a medium bowl, use a hand beater to cream together the softened cream cheese and butter. Add the powdered Erythritol, vanilla, and salt. Beat until fluffy and smooth.
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Frost and Chill: Spread the icing over the cooled cake. For the best texture and clean slices, place the pan in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before cutting into 12 bars.
💡 Pro-Tips for Success
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Fine Texture: Finely grate your carrots. Large shreds can release too much moisture and make the bars “soggy”.
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Clean Slices: Use a sharp knife dipped in warm water (and wiped dry) to get those perfect, bakery-style squares.
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Storage: These stay delicious in the fridge for up to 5 days or can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutritional Profile (Per Bar)
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Calories: 215 kcal
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Fat: 19g
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Net Carbs: 7g
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Protein: 5g