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Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars

Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars: A Guilt-Free Treat

Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars are a protein-packed, low-sugar treat perfect for breakfast or a nutritious snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese can substitute with plant-based yogurt
  • 2 Eggs or flaxseed eggs for a vegan version
  • 1 cup Almond Flour or oat flour for a softer texture
  • 1 cup Grated Carrot freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Honey optional, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure extract for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it is fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon can substitute with nutmeg or ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt a pinch is sufficient
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans optional, omit for nut-free

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Whisk
  • 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 greasing it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and grated carrots. Stir until well blended, and fold in nuts if using.
  4. Pour the batter into the baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
  5. Let the bars cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy warm or cold. These bars are great for meal prep and can be customized with different flours or mix-ins.

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