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Old Fashioned Pumpkin Bars Topped with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Old Fashioned Pumpkin Bars Topped with Cream Cheese Frosting bring the warmth of autumn to your dessert table. These moist, spiced pumpkin bars are crowned with a luscious cream cheese frosting, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion—from Halloween parties to cozy family gatherings. Easy to prepare and even easier to devour, these bars will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
  6. Once cooled completely, spread frosting over the pumpkin bars. Slice and serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

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