Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Yield: Makes 9 to 12 squares.

The flavor of sea buckthorn berries and carrots pare well, making these squares a unique, healthy treat.

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Ingredients

>> 5 tbsp sea buckthorn juice (see notes)
>> 1/2 cup brown sugar
>> 2 large eggs
>> 1/4 cup olive oil
>> 1 2/3 cups unbleached flour
>> 2 tsp baking soda
>> 3 tsp cinnamon
>> 1 tsp nutmeg
>> 1/2 cup sea buckthorn berries
>> 2 cups grated carrots
>> 1 cup raisins

Instructions

Grease a 9x9 square tin then line with parchment paper. Pre-heat oven to 350°F.

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil and juice for about a minute. Add the sugar and blend until smooth. Sieve in the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg; mix well. Fold in the raisins, carrots and sea buckthorn berries.

Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until cooked through and it springs back when touched in the center.

Remove from the oven and thoroughly cool before serving.

Note:

To make the juice, take a small handful of berries and place them in a bowl. Add 5 tbsp of water. Using a fork, crush the berries and let sit 10 minutes. Strain.

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Recipe Category: Desserts and Snacks