Pumpkin Bars with Luscious Cream Cheese Frosting
Dive into the heart of autumn. With these Pumpkin Bars with Luscious Cream Cheese Frosting. A recipe that's as much about creating warm, fuzzy memories. As it is about indulging in the rich. Comforting flavors of the season. Imagine the joy of blending creamy pumpkin puree. With a swirl of spices. Then watching it transform. Into golden bars of moist, tender cake. Topped with a layer of silky cream cheese frosting. Each bite is a celebration of the cozy, sweater-weather moments. That makes fall so special. Whether you're gathering with loved ones. Or enjoying a quiet, crisp evening alone. These pumpkin bars are like a warm hug. Promising to bring a smile to your face. With every bite.
36 Servings
Ingredients
Pumpkin Bar Ingredients:
- 2 c granulated sugar
- 1 c vegetable or canola oil
- 15 oz pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
- 4 eggs room temperature
- 2 c all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp salt
Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 c butter softened
- 2 c powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/8 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
For the Pumpkin Bars:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 13-inch pan.
- In a large bowl, mix eggs, sugar, oil, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring just until blended.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool completely in the pan.
For the Frosting:
- Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt; beat until creamy.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled pumpkin bars.
- Cut into bars and serve.
- Enjoy your Pumpkin Bars with Luscious Cream Cheese Frosting!
Notes
Transforming these Pumpkin Bars. Into a gluten-free delight is not only possible. But also a wonderful way. To ensure everyone can fall in love with this autumn treat. To do so. Simply substitute the all-purpose flour. With your favorite gluten-free flour blend. Look for a blend. That's designed to be a 1:1 replacement for wheat flour. To ensure your bars maintain their beloved texture. And rise. Don't forget to check that your baking soda. And pumpkin pie spice are certified gluten-free as well. As spices and baking agents. Can sometimes contain hidden gluten. With these simple swaps. You'll have a batch of Pumpkin Bars. That are as inclusive as they are delicious. Ensuring everyone can indulge in the joy of the season.