Fantastic Pumpkin Bars

Pumpkin bars are a popular treat during the autumn season, especially around Halloween and Thanksgiving. They are often enjoyed with a warm cup of coffee or tea.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Fantastic Pumpkin Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 35 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2640

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Pumpkin puree
• 1 cup Sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable oil
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cinnamon
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Nutmeg
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cream cheese
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture and stir until well combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
9. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled bars.
10. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 20g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.