Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
These pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting are the perfect fall treat. The recipe combines classic fall flavors like pumpkin and cinnamon, topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting for a decadent finish. Perfect for gatherings or as a delicious dessert after a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together sugar, oil, pumpkin, and eggs until smooth.
- Slowly add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread frosting over the cooled bars, slice, and serve.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the batter.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg