Description
Savor the flavors of fall with these delicious pumpkin bars topped with creamy cream cheese frosting. Moist, spiced, and easy to make, they are perfect for gatherings or as a sweet treat any time of the year.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Bars:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- For the Frosting:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 15x10x1-inch pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil, and pumpkin until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring just until combined.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is creamy and smooth.
- Frost and Serve:
- Once the bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Cut into bars and serve.
Notes
- These pumpkin bars are best served at room temperature or slightly chilled.
- They can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes