Pumpkin Bars
Pumpkin bars are the quintessential fall treat, combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices into a moist, cake-like dessert. Topped with velvety cream cheese frosting, these bars are perfect for gatherings or as a delightful indulgence any day. Each bite offers a taste of autumn, transporting you to cozy memories of crisp leaves and pumpkin patches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix canned pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting with whipped cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg