Nut-Free Pumpkin Bars

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these irresistible Nut-Free Pumpkin Bars, a delightfully moist dessert that's perfect for seasonal gatherings or a midweek treat. These bars are infused with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, creating the ultimate autumn aroma in your kitchen. Baked to perfection, the tender pumpkin base is topped with a lusciously creamy homemade cream cheese frosting, making every bite rich and satisfying. Completely free of nuts, this dessert is ideal for allergy-friendly baking without compromising on taste. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples, these pumpkin bars are as easy to make as they are delicious to eat. Serve them at your next celebration or enjoy them as a sweet snack—either way, they’re sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup Pumpkin puree
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Milk

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground cloves. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and whisk thoroughly until smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 5

Stir in the pumpkin puree until the mixture is well blended.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined and no streaks of flour remain.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly using a spatula.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Step 10

Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined and fluffy. Add the milk and mix until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.

Step 11

Allow the baked pumpkin bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Cut into squares and serve. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1332.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4377.3

Total Fat 225.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 72.5g
Cholesterol 670.6mg	0%
Sodium 3188.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 567.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 406.4g
Protein 49.1g	0%

Vitamin D 95.0IU	0%
Calcium 498.8mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 1293.3mg	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: 45.1%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 50.5%