Frosted Pumpkin Spice Bars
Indulge in the ultimate fall dessert with these frosted pumpkin spice bars, a cozy treat bursting with warm autumn flavors. Made with creamy pumpkin puree, aromatic cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, these moist and tender bars are the essence of seasonal baking. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that adds the perfect tangy sweetness, these bars are ideal for any occasion, from festive gatherings to casual weeknight indulgence. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy recipe combines simple ingredients and straightforward steps, ensuring you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dessert in no time. Whether you're looking for a pumpkin spice fix or a new fall favorite, these frosted pumpkin spice bars will become your go-to seasonal treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pumpkin puree
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons Cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl, and whisk until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan.
While the bars are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating until fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Once the bars are fully cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
Slice the bars into 16 squares and serve. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5670 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 290.7 g | 373% | |
| Saturated Fat | 174.6 g | 873% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1145 mg | 382% | |
| Sodium | 2638 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 741.9 g | 270% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 553.0 g | ||
| Protein | 53.2 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 532 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1306 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
