Pat's Pumpkin Bars

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with Pat's Pumpkin Bars, a crowd-pleasing treat that’s packed with warming spices and topped with velvety cream cheese frosting. These moist, cake-like bars are effortlessly made using pantry staples like pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and a simple blend of dry ingredients, all brought together with a rich batter of vegetable oil and eggs. Ready in just under an hour, this recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or simply satisfying those seasonal pumpkin cravings. With a luscious cream cheese frosting that’s whipped to perfection, these bars deliver the perfect balance of sweetness and spice in every bite. Bake a batch of these soft and tender pumpkin bars for a dessert that's as comforting as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda.

Step 3

Add the vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix until the batter is smooth and well-combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

While the pumpkin bars are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Gradually add the powdered sugar, continuing to beat until the frosting is fluffy and has reached your desired consistency.

Step 9

Once the bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting on top in an even layer.

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2278.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7818.6

Total Fat 368.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 141.0g
Cholesterol 1105.6mg	0%
Sodium 4410.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1118.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 893.5g
Protein 69.1g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 544.7mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 1736.1mg	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: 41.1%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 55.5%