Quick and Easy Pumpkin Squares
Whip up a batch of *Quick and Easy Pumpkin Squares*—a delightful autumn-inspired treat that’s bursting with warm spices and rich pumpkin flavor! This recipe is a time-saving gem, taking just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes to bake, making it perfect for last-minute gatherings or cozy weeknight desserts. The moist and tender squares are infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, while the canned pumpkin purée gives them a luscious texture. A light dusting of powdered sugar adds the perfect touch of sweetness, although they’re irresistible all on their own! Whether served as a snack, dessert, or festive addition to your holiday spread, these pumpkin squares are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Best of all, the recipe yields 12 servings, so there’s plenty to share!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup canned pumpkin purée
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Whisk until the dry ingredients are evenly combined.
Step 3
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7
Remove the pan from the oven and let the pumpkin squares cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Step 8
Once cooled, optionally dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing into 12 even squares.
Step 9
Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (792.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2374.7 |
| Total Fat 114.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2664.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 344.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 321.0g | |
| Protein 16.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 240.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 798.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories