Description
Pumpkin Bars with Brown Sugar Frosting are the ultimate autumn treat, blending warm spices and creamy sweetness in every bite. These soft, fluffy bars, topped with a luscious brown sugar frosting, are not only easy to make but also evoke fond memories of cozy family gatherings. Perfect for sharing at fall festivities or enjoying on a quiet evening at home, this recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a jelly roll pan.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
- Once bars are completely cool, spread frosting over the top and cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: - Enhance your bars by adding chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture. - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.