Creamy Pumpkin Bars
Pumpkins are 90% water and are a good source of fiber and vitamin A.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Creamy Pumpkin Bars
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
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In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring until well combined.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled pumpkin bars.
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Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Cut into bars and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 33g11%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
