Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Icing Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate fall treat! These moist and delicious pumpkin bars are perfect for Thanksgiving, Halloween, or any autumn gathering. Topped with a creamy, dreamy cream cheese icing, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Easy to make and even easier to devour!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 630.6 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Icing

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How to Make Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Icing

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 15x10x1 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 2 large eggs until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree to the beaten eggs. Mix well until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  9. For the icing: In a medium bowl, beat 8 ounces cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  10. Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
  11. Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar, beating until the icing reaches your desired consistency. Add more powdered sugar if needed.
  12. Spread the icing evenly over the cooled pumpkin bars.
  13. Cut into bars and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

170g

Fat

44g

Carbs

23g