Heather's Pumpkin Bars W Frosting Only 135 Calories

Indulge in the perfect blend of cozy fall flavors and guilt-free satisfaction with Heather's Pumpkin Bars with Frosting—only 135 calories per serving! These moist and tender bars combine wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, unsweetened applesauce, and spiced pumpkin puree, making them a lighter yet irresistibly delicious dessert. The velvety cream cheese frosting, sweetened just right, adds a luscious finishing touch without packing on extra calories. Perfect for autumn gatherings, meal preps, or satisfying your pumpkin spice cravings, these easy-to-make bars come together in just 40 minutes. With a balance of warmth, sweetness, and creamy decadence, they’re a must-try treat for any season!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup Applesauce (unsweetened)
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 4 ounces Light cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Milk (low-fat or plant-based)
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, stir together the pumpkin puree, applesauce, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the wet mixture, and whisk until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix; stir just until the batter is combined.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing it out with a spatula to ensure an even layer.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

While the pumpkin bars are cooling, prepare the frosting. Beat the light cream cheese with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Slowly add in the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for the frosting. Beat until the mixture is smooth and spreadable.

Step 10

Once the pumpkin bars are completely cool, spread the frosting evenly across the top. Cut into 16 equal squares and serve.

Step 11

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(993.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1998.6

Total Fat 36.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.6g
Cholesterol 438.8mg	0%
Sodium 2865.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 380.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 222.4g
Protein 45.4g	0%

Vitamin D 101.9IU	0%
Calcium 422.0mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 1464.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.3%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 74.8%