Ned's Pumpkin Bars

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with Ned's Pumpkin Bars, a delightful treat that combines moist, spiced pumpkin cake with a rich and creamy layer of homemade cream cheese frosting. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and a touch of sweetness, these easy-to-make bars are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to casual coffee breaks. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple blend of pantry staples like canned pumpkin puree, all-purpose flour, and cream cheese, this recipe is both approachable and irresistibly delicious. Serve these frosted pumpkin bars straight from a 9x13 pan for a dessert that's soft, flavorful, and bursting with autumn charm. These pumpkin dessert squares are an absolute must for pumpkin spice lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 4 large Eggs
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 15 ounces Canned pumpkin puree
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil together until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the pumpkin puree to the wet mixture and mix until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and spread it out with a spatula.

Step 7

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

Step 8

While the bars are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and softened butter until smooth.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 10

Once the pumpkin bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.

Step 11

Cut the frosted bars into 24 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2000.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6946.0

Total Fat 416.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 146.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 141.0g
Cholesterol 1239.9mg	0%
Sodium 4414.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 779.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 558.9g
Protein 69.7g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 555.3mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 1744.3mg	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: 52.5%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 43.6%