Keto Carrot Cake Bars
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Keto Carrot Cake Bars
Description
The Keto Carrot Cake Bars recipe uses almond flour and finely shredded carrots to build a moist and spiced cake base. Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger add classic carrot cake warmth, while a combination of monk fruit sweetener and optional blackstrap molasses provides subtle sweetness and depth. Baking powder helps create a light texture, and the bars are baked until just set, resulting in a tender crumb.
The accompanying cream cheese frosting blends softened cream cheese and butter whipped to fluffy, then sweetened with monk fruit and vanilla bean paste for a rich and creamy topping. The frosting adds a smooth, tangy layer that complements the spiced bars beneath. Toasted chopped walnuts sprinkled on top give a crunchy contrast and nutty flavor, although they are optional.
These bars are suitable for those following a ketogenic diet or who prefer low-carb desserts. They are best stored refrigerated and can be served chilled or at room temperature. Grating fresh carrots finely rather than using pre-shredded improves texture by avoiding thick pieces.
For best results, use finely shredded carrots and consider the optional blackstrap molasses carefully, as it adds slight carbs but enhances complexity. The vanilla bean paste intensifies the frosting’s aroma but can be substituted with vanilla extract. The bars bake in a standard 9x13 pan, making a good amount for gatherings or leftovers.
Ingredients
For the Carrot Cake Bars
- 2 cups almond flour Super Fine
- 1 cup carrot finely shredded
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup butter melted
- ½ cup brown monk fruit sweetener or allulose
- ⅓ cup Monk Fruit Sweetener or allulose
- 3 egg whole
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon blackstrap molasses optional
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup butter room temperature
- ⅔ cup Monk Fruit Sweetener or allulose
- ¼ cup heavy cream or as needed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- walnuts chopped, toasted, for topping; optional
Instructions
To Make Keto Carrot Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, add in the almond flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and salt. Whisk to combine, then set aside.
- In a separate bowl, add in the eggs, melted butter, heavy cream, sweeteners, vanilla extract and the optional blackstrap molasses. Using a hand mixer, mix until combined.
- Pour in the dry ingredients and continue mixing, only until combined.
- Add in the shredded carrots and fold them in using a spatula.
- Pour the batter into a 9 x 13 baking pan lined with parchment paper and sprayed with nonstick spray (I used coconut oil).
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick, when inserted, comes out clean. Then allow to cool completely before frosting.
To Make the Sugar-Free Cream Cheese Frosting
- Add the cream cheese and butter into a mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer, whip until combined and fluffy.
- Add in the heavy cream, sweetener and vanilla bean paste. Continue mixing until well combined and is the perfect frosting consistency. Add in a little more heavy cream if needed.
- Once the carrot cake has cooled, frost them using an offset spatula and cut into 12 bars. Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for several days or freeze.
Notes
- Grate fresh carrots finely to avoid thick pieces that disrupt the texture.
- Blackstrap molasses is optional; it adds flavor but also some carbs.
- Adding toasted chopped walnuts on top provides a pleasant texture contrast.
- Vanilla bean paste in frosting gives stronger vanilla flavor; vanilla extract can be used instead.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 359 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 359kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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