Carrot Pumpkin Bars With Orange Icing Recipe

Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these irresistible Carrot Pumpkin Bars! This recipe, adapted from Better Homes & Gardens, combines the warmth of pumpkin and carrots with a bright, zesty orange icing. Perfect for autumn gatherings or a cozy afternoon treat, these bars are moist, delicious, and surprisingly easy to make. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this crowd-pleasing dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 221.6 kcal

Protein 5g

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Ingredients for Carrot Pumpkin Bars With Orange Icing

All Purpose Flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
Orange Rind
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup packed light brown sugar
Canned Pumpkin
Cooking Oil
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Carrot
Walnuts
2 cups powdered sugar
Orange Liqueur
Walnut Halves

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How to Make Carrot Pumpkin Bars With Orange Icing

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, orange peel, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, beat together the eggs and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Stir in the pumpkin puree, oil, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
For the orange icing: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange liqueur or juice until smooth and easy to drizzle. Add more liquid if needed to reach desired consistency.
Drizzle the icing over the cooled bars.
Cut into 36 triangles or bars.
Garnish with walnut halves, if desired.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze unfrosted bars for up to 1 month. Thaw for 15 minutes before serving and add icing.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

85g

Fat

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Carrot Pumpkin Bars With Orange Icing?

Carrot Pumpkin Bars With Orange Icing takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Carrot Pumpkin Bars With Orange Icing?

Carrot Pumpkin Bars With Orange Icing has approximately 221.6 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Carrot Pumpkin Bars With Orange Icing?

The key ingredients for Carrot Pumpkin Bars With Orange Icing are All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Orange Rind, Baking Soda, Salt, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.