Description
Pumpkin bars are the ultimate fall dessert, perfectly combining spiced pumpkin flavor with a creamy cream cheese frosting. These soft, moist treats evoke warmth and nostalgia, making them ideal for gatherings or simply enjoying on a cozy afternoon. With their simple preparation and delightful taste, they are sure to become a seasonal favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting with a mixture of cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to one week.