Description
Pumpkin bars are the ultimate autumn treat, blending moist pumpkin goodness with warm spices and a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings, these bars will bring a smile to your face with every bite. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re a delightful addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- 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 cream cheese frosting if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For an extra flavor twist, consider adding chocolate chips or chopped nuts. Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.