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No Sugar Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars

No Sugar Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars for Guilt-Free Desserts

Enjoy these No Sugar Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars as a guilt-free dessert option packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Can substitute with ricotta for richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Pitted Medjool Dates Soak if dry to blend smoothly.
  • 2 large Eggs For vegan, consider using flax eggs.
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Applesauce
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil or Melted Coconut Oil
  • 2 cups Grated Carrots Freshly grated recommended.
  • 1 1/2 cups Rolled Oats Ensure gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour or Almond Flour Almond flour is a great gluten-free option.
For Leavening and Flavor
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tbsp Spices (Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg) Enhance flavor profile.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
For Extra Texture and Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Nuts (Walnuts or Pecans) Optional for nut-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut Optional.
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest Can swap with lemon zest.
For the Frosting (Optional)
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Base for creamy topping.
  • 1/2 cup Cream Cheese Consider using low-fat.
  • 1 tbsp Sweetener Use a natural sweetener of your choice.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 8x8 inch Baking Pan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make No Sugar Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars
  1. Blend the cottage cheese and pitted Medjool dates until smooth.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the creamy mixture with eggs, applesauce, vanilla, and oil. Stir until incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt. Fold in coconut and zest.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Fold in the grated carrots and optional nuts.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking pan with parchment, pour batter, and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
  7. Mix Greek yogurt, cream cheese, and sweetener until smooth. Spread over cooled bars.
  8. Slice the cooled bars into portions and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze unfrosted bars for up to 3 months.

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