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Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 20 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these moist and flavorful Pumpkin Bars topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting—an irresistible fall favorite that’s perfect for dessert or an afternoon treat.

Ingredients

Batter

  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 10×15-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin puree, eggs, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  4. Create Batter: Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing which can affect texture.
  5. Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  7. Make Frosting: In a bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is fluffy.
  8. Frost and Serve: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled pumpkin bars. For best results, refrigerate the bars for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For best results, refrigerate the bars for 30 minutes before slicing to ensure clean cuts.
  • Optional: Sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans over the frosting for added texture and flavor.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/pumpkin-bars-with-cream-cheese-frosting-recipe/