Ingredients for Pumpkin Raisin Bars
- Flour
- Sugar
- Cinnamon
- Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- Vegetable Oil
- 1 cup raisins
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons softened butter
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How to Make Pumpkin Raisin Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree and 1 cup raisins.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Baking time will depend on the size and depth of your pan; start checking at 25 minutes.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before frosting.
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat together 4 ounces cream cheese (softened), ½ cup powdered sugar, and 2 tablespoons softened butter until smooth and creamy. Spread frosting evenly over the cooled bars.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
9 g
Sugar
101g
Fat
19g
Carbs
12g
