Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade pumpkin bars, infused with aromatic spices and a rich, moist texture. These easy-to-make bars are perfect for fall gatherings or simply enjoying at home. With the delightful flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, they’re sure to bring joy to every bite. Top them off with cream cheese frosting for an extra touch of sweetness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Add nuts if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing into squares and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg