Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Moist, spiced pumpkin bars topped with a creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. They're perfect for fall, gatherings, or an everyday treat.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 37gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSugar: 23g
Ingredients
For the Pumpkin Bars
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves optional
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 4 oz 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar sifted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a separate large bowl, beat together oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and pumpkin puree.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely in the pan.
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add vanilla, then gradually beat in powdered sugar until creamy.
- Spread frosting evenly over cooled pumpkin bars. Cut into 12 squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Add chopped walnuts, pecans, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for optional toppings.
- Add 1/4 cup applesauce or yogurt to the batter to make it extra moist.
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