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A serving of delicious pumpkin bars topped with cream cheese frosting.

Proven way to grow 5 Pumpkin Bars recipes

This recipe provides a proven way to grow 5 delicious pumpkin bar recipes, perfect for any occasion. It includes all the necessary steps to create a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 5 bars
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin Bar Ingredients
  • 15 oz canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 4 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 13x9 inch baking pan
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • separate bowl
  • wire rack
  • medium bowl
  • electric mixer (optional)

Method
 

Pumpkin Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, and vegetable oil.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the pumpkin bars cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
Cream Cheese Frosting
  1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating until fully incorporated after each addition.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Once the pumpkin bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top and cut into 5 servings.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of ground cloves or ginger to the pumpkin bar batter. Ensure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for the smoothest frosting. These pumpkin bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.