Carrot Ginger Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
2. 2
   In a small bowl, combine the orange juice and oats.
3. 3
   Set aside to soften for 5 minutes.
4. 4
   In a large bowl, stir together the whole-wheat flour, unbleached flour, and baking powder.
5. 5
   In a medium bowl, combine the carrots, maple syrup, egg substitute, applesauce, ginger, and vanilla.
6. 6
   Stir in the oats/orange juice mixture to the carrot mixture.
7. 7
   Pour over the flour mixture and combine until all the flour is moistened.
8. 8
   Do not overmix.
9. 9
   Coat an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
10. 10
    Add the batter.
11. 11
    Bake for 20 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
12. 12
    Let cool before slicing.
13. 13
    Store tightly wrapped in plastic wrap or a cookie tin.