Description
Delicious and healthy Cottage Cheese Carrot Cake Bars that provide a wonderful balance of taste and nutrition.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup almond flour (or oat flour)
- ½ cup grated carrot
- 2–3 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 2–3 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup (if using), and vanilla until smooth.
- Add the almond or oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and grated carrot. Stir until combined.
- Fold in nuts if you’re using them.
- Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until set and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing into 9 bars.
Notes
These bars can be served warm with Greek yogurt or a drizzle of honey. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days or freeze for about three months.