Pumpkin Bars with Brown Sugar Frosting
Pumpkin Bars with Brown Sugar Frosting are the quintessential fall dessert, offering a delightful blend of spiced pumpkin flavor and creamy frosting. These soft and moist bars are perfect for gatherings or simply enjoyed with a hot drink on a cozy afternoon. With easy preparation and simple ingredients, they are bound to become a seasonal favorite that brings warmth to every occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, eggs, melted butter (cooled), and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For frosting: Beat together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy; gradually add powdered sugar and milk until creamy.
- Frost cooled bars generously and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg