Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting are a delightful treat that brings the warmth of autumn to any occasion. These soft, spiced bars are topped with a creamy frosting that melts in your mouth, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. Ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a sweet indulgence on a cozy afternoon, these bars will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth. Combine with the dry ingredients until just blended.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Once cooled, frost the bars generously and slice into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg