Pumpkin Bars Paula Deen

Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of fall with these irresistible Pumpkin Bars inspired by Paula Deen! Perfectly moist and infused with hints of cinnamon, these bars are made with velvety pumpkin puree and topped with a creamy, luscious cream cheese frosting that melts in your mouth. Easy to make in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for serving at cozy gatherings or as a delightful autumn treat. With 24 servings per batch, these bars are a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea. If you're searching for the ultimate pumpkin dessert, these Pumpkin Bars are a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 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 Salt
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 15 ounces Canned pumpkin puree
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 4 Eggs
• 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 4 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract

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, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and baking soda.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the pumpkin bars cool completely before adding the frosting.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue to beat until fully combined and fluffy.

Step 9

Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Cut into 24 bars and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2466.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9130.7

Total Fat 513.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 209.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 137.7g
Cholesterol 1520.3mg	0%
Sodium 5641.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1119.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 893.8g
Protein 71.3g	0%

Vitamin D 280.7IU	0%
Calcium 590.1mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 1710.6mg	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: 49.3%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 47.7%