Kim's Grandma's Pumpkin Bars

Indulge in nostalgia with "Kim's Grandma's Pumpkin Bars," a beloved family recipe that delivers the perfect blend of fall flavors and creamy decadence. These moist, spiced pumpkin bars are infused with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a flavorful base that’s complemented by a luscious, homemade cream cheese frosting. With just 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward instructions, this recipe is a breeze to whip up, making it an ideal dessert for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or cozy evenings at home. Baked in a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan, this batch makes 24 generously sized squares, perfect for sharing. Whether you're a pumpkin spice enthusiast or simply craving a classic autumn treat, these bars are guaranteed to become your go-to baking tradition. Keywords: pumpkin bars, cream cheese frosting, fall dessert, easy pumpkin recipe, holiday baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan or shallow baking pan and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk them together until evenly distributed.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until no lumps remain and the batter is smooth.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the pumpkin bars to cool completely in the pan before adding the frosting.

Step 8

To make the frosting, beat together the softened cream cheese and softened butter in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.

Step 10

Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled pumpkin bars.

Step 11

Cut into 24 squares and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2056.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7677.2

Total Fat 405.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 192.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.1g
Cholesterol 1516.7mg	0%
Sodium 4424.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 989.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 770.5g
Protein 68.3g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 544.1mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 1357.3mg	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: 46.3%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 50.2%