Delicious Homemade Pumpkin Bars Recipe

Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these easy and moist pumpkin bars. Made with freshly pureed pumpkin, warm spices, and a decadent cream cheese frosting, these bars are perfect for any autumn gathering or as a delicious treat for yourself.

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. While the bars are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and unsalted butter until creamy.
7. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating well after each addition, until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
8. Once the bars are completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
9. Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy!

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