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A plate of delicious pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting

Proven way to grow amazing 3 Pumpkin Bars

These delicious pumpkin bars are incredibly moist and flavorful, topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for autumn gatherings or a delightful treat any time of year.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin Bars
  • 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • ½ tsp Nutmeg
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup Vegetable oil
  • 2 Eggs large
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups Powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Pumpkin Bars
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing and flouring it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined and smooth, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, then let cool completely.
Cream Cheese Frosting
  1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating until smooth after each addition.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Once the pumpkin bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.

Notes

For an extra touch, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg over the cream cheese frosting before serving. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results when mixing the batter and frosting.