Carrot Cottage Cheesecake Bars – Creamy, Spiced, and Deliciously Unique
These bars combine the flavor of carrot cake with the creamy texture of cheesecake, featuring spices and a unique twist for a delicious treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups carrots, finely shredded
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into a greased 8×8 inch pan for the crust.
- In a bowl, blend cottage cheese, cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Fold in shredded carrots.
- Pour the mixture over the crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
Notes
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. These bars are best served chilled.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 8g
Find it online: https://www.delicetreats.com/carrot-cottage-cheesecake-bars/