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Pumpkin Bar Recipe with Icing: A Delicious Fall Classic!

A delightful pumpkin bar recipe topped with creamy icing, perfect for fall gatherings.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. While the bars are baking, prepare the icing by beating together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  8. Once the bars are cool, spread the icing evenly over the top.
  9. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • These bars can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of ground ginger or cloves to the batter.

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