Spring Dessert Recipe: Simply Delicious Carrot Bars

by Guiding Stars on March 3rd, 2023 | No Comments »

March is just around the corner and you know what that means—spring will be here before we know it. When I think of spring, for some reason I think of carrots. This Indian-inspired dessert recipe is simple and delicious. Perfect for wowing the guests at your next celebration, this spicy-sweet confection is as lovely as it is flavorful. Look for green cardamom pods at your local Indian grocer.

Ingredients

1/2 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup apple sauce
1/4 cup almonds
4 pounds carrots, peeled and grated
8 cups skim milk
4 green cardamom pods
6 tablespoons date puree

Directions

Toast almonds over dry heat until fragrant.
Combine grated carrots, milk, and cardamom pods in a large, heavy bottomed pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring, until all milk has evaporated, about 40 minutes.
When liquid has evaporated, add oil and apple sauce. Fry, stirring constantly, until dark orange, about 30 minutes. Add sugar and almonds. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
Serve at room temperature.

Number of Servings: 6 (696 G )

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 1 Hour and 20 Minutes

What are some of your favorite ways to cook with carrots?

Recipe courtesy of Guiding Stars

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