Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting are the ultimate autumn indulgence, combining tender pumpkin-infused bars with a rich, tangy cream cheese frosting. Bursting with warm spices and topped with a velvety layer of frosting, these bars are perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable ingredients, they make for a delightful treat that embodies the essence of fall.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended; avoid over-mixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and smooth it out evenly. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While cooling, whip together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a separate bowl until creamy.
- Once completely cooled, spread the frosting over the bars and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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