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Carrot Cake Cheesecake Swirl Bars

Imagine biting into a blend of moist carrot cake with the creamy dreaminess of vanilla cheesecake. Perfect for welcoming Spring or transforming any special day into an unforgettable occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 bars

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/3 cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 3/4 cup avocado oil
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar packed, light or dark
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups peeled and grated carrots grated on small holes on box grater
  • 16 oz full-fat cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 2 Tbsp Greek yogurt room temperature
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla bean paste or 2 tsp. vanilla extract if unavailable

Instructions
 

  • Set your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9x13 pan with parchement lining.
  • Mix together the flour, baking powder, sea salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg in a large bowl, filling the air with warm earthy spices.
  • In another bowl, stir the avocado oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, vanilla, and eggs until smooth and shiny.
  • Gently fold the moist and fragrant carrots into the wet mixture, blending just enough to introduce the dry ingredients.
  • Beat cream cheese with Greek yogurt until velvety, then work in sugar and vanilla until sweet and aromatic.
  • Add eggs to the cream cheese mixture one by one, mixing gently to maintain their integrity.
  • In the pan, evenly spread half the carrot cake mixture. Cover generously with cheesecake filling.
  • Dollop and swirl the remaining carrot cake batter over the cheesecake, creating a visual masterpiece.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until set. It may rise and fall slightly - this is part of the charm and character!
  • Let the bars cool fully to room temperature and chill them in the fridge for a few hours or overnight.
  • For flawless slices, run your knife under warm water or coat with non-stick spray between cuts. Then enjoy each bite!

Notes

In my tests, these bars turn out to have a slightly rustic surface due to the carrot cake's delightful texture. This imperfection only adds to their homemade charm.
Keyword carrot cake, cheesecake bars, festive treat, spring dessert
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