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Old-Fashioned Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Delicious pumpkin bars topped with creamy frosting, perfect for fall gatherings and cozy family moments.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert, Snacks
Cuisine: American, Seasonal
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with applesauce for a healthier twist.
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree Can use fresh pumpkin instead.
Frosting Components
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk until blended.
  3. In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil together until fully integrated.
  4. Add the eggs one by one, ensuring each is well incorporated. Then, stir in the vanilla extract and pumpkin puree.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients. Mix just until no flour pockets remain.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Cool the bars completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Frosting
  1. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
  2. Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
  3. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled pumpkin bars.
  4. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g

Notes

Serve warm with ice cream or alongside spiced chai tea for a cozy treat. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. Let frosted bars cool completely to avoid a melty mess.
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