Carrot Cake Bars Cheesecake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Carrot Cake Bars
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1/2 cup butter, melted
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1 cup light brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup shredded carrots
→ Cheesecake Swirl
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4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg yolk
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3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray an 8x8 baking pan with non-stick spray and set aside. Optionally, line the pan with parchment paper and lightly spray with nonstick baking spray.
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Place the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds. If needed, microwave another 15 seconds to melt the butter completely.
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In a medium bowl, add the melted butter and brown sugar. Mix to combine. Stir in the egg and vanilla extract.
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Add the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until completely combined.
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Fold in the shredded carrots and set the mixture aside.
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In a medium bowl, add the cream cheese and sugar. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth.
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Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until smooth and creamy.
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Add about half of the carrot cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly using an offset spatula.
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Drop dollops of half of the cheesecake batter over the carrot cake batter without swirling. Add the remaining carrot cake batter on top, followed by more dollops of the remaining cheesecake batter.
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Using a knife or skewer, swirl the batters together to your preference.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the center has minimal jiggle. Cool completely before cutting. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
# Notes:
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Parchment paper lining helps with easy removal of the bars from the pan.
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The swirling technique adds a decorative touch, but the mixing should be light to maintain clear layers.