Pumpkin Bars from a Cake Mix
Transform your favorite fall flavors into a quick and delightful treat with these Pumpkin Bars made from a cake mix! This irresistibly easy recipe combines the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg with rich, velvety pumpkin puree, all starting with the simplicity of a boxed yellow cake mix. With just 10 minutes of prep and a short bake time, you'll have soft, moist pumpkin bars perfect for any occasion. Top them with a luscious layer of cream cheese frosting for an extra indulgent touch, or leave them plain for a more understated autumn snack. Ideal for pumpkin season or anytime you're craving cozy, spiced flavors, these bars are versatile, beginner-friendly, and sure to satisfy. Make this crowd-pleasing dessert in just one bowl and serve up slices of fall joy!
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Ingredients
- 1 box Yellow cake mix
- 15 oz Pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 1 jar or homemade batch Cream cheese frosting (optional)
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 large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
Step 3
Mix the ingredients until smooth and well-combined. You can use a hand mixer or whisk for this step.
Step 4
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it in an even layer.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6
Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Step 7
Once cooled, spread cream cheese frosting evenly over the top, if desired, and cut into squares or bars.
Step 8
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1334.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3881.3 |
| Total Fat 208.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 56.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g | |
| Cholesterol 492mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2908.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 504.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 302.5g | |
| Protein 48.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 786.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2486.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories