Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bars
Experience the perfect blend of autumnal flavors with these irresistible Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bars! Moist, tender, and bursting with the comforting taste of pumpkin and warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, these bars are an ideal seasonal treat for those avoiding gluten. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, they deliver a balance of sweetness and tangy richness that complements the spiced base beautifully. This recipe is easy to prepare, taking just 20 minutes of prep time and 35 minutes to bake, making it perfect for gatherings or a cozy dessert. Serve these pumpkin bars at your holiday table or as a crowd-pleasing snack, and enjoy the indulgent taste of fall in every bite while keeping it gluten-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 430 grams Pumpkin puree
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Packed brown sugar
- 120 milliliters Vegetable oil
- 4 large Eggs
- 250 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 225 grams Cream cheese
- 60 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 240 grams Powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat the mixture until smooth and well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and creamy.
Add the vanilla extract and powdered sugar, and beat until well combined and smooth.
Once the bars are completely cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
Cut into 16 bars and serve. Enjoy your gluten-free pumpkin bars!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 336 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 100 mg | 2% | |
*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.
