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Pumpkin Bars Recipe

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These moist and delicious pumpkin bars are the perfect fall treat. They’re easy to make and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13×9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine sugar, pumpkin puree, oil, and eggs. Beat until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  8. To make the frosting: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  9. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  10. Add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
  11. Frost the cooled pumpkin bars and cut into squares to serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans on top of the frosting.

Find it online: https://delilita.com/pumpkin-bars-recipe/