Portable and convenient, these bars can be enjoyed on the move.

To make these bars gluten-free, opt for gluten-free oats.

Whisk 12 cup milk, eggs, brown sugar and applesauce in a medium bowl until well combined.

the ingredients to make the Carrot Cake Oatmeal Bars

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Add the milk mixture to the oat mixture; stir until well combined.

Fold in carrot and raisins.

Let the mixture stand at room temperature for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

a recipe photo of the Carrot Cake Oatmeal Bars

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

Preheat oven to 350F.

Line bottom and sides of an 8-inch-square baking pan with foil.

Lightly coat with cooking spray.

a photo of the oat mixture and milk mixture stirred together

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan.

Bake until set and edges are starting to turn golden, 35 to 40 minutes.

Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Add milk and vanilla; continue beating until smooth.

Spread over the top of the cooled oat bars.

Cut into 9 pieces.

To make ahead

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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