Description
Indulge in the essence of fall with Paul’s Pumpkin Bars topped with creamy cream cheese frosting. These moist, spiced bars combine aromatic cinnamon and nutmeg with rich pumpkin flavor, making them a perfect treat for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to make and utterly delicious, they are sure to become a beloved favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a rectangular baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out evenly. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat together softened cream cheese and remaining butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar until creamy.
- Once cooled, spread the frosting over the bars and slice into squares for serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg