Description
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these delightful Paula Deen Pumpkin Bars. These moist and flavorful bars are infused with pumpkin puree and cozy spices, making them a perfect treat for gatherings, holidays, or a cozy evening at home. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, each bite is a harmonious blend of sweetness and spice that will leave everyone craving more. Easy to whip up in just 15 minutes of prep time, this dessert is not only a crowd-pleaser but also serves up to 16 generous portions. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with whipped cream, ice cream, or caramel drizzle, these pumpkin bars are sure to become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 15 oz can pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 2 cups confectioner’s sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and pumpkin using an electric mixer until fluffy.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Spread the batter in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling completely before frosting.
- For frosting: Mix cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add confectioner’s sugar and vanilla until creamy.
- Frost cooled bars and cut into squares for serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 211
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 201mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 41mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Experiment with adding nuts or different spices like nutmeg for extra flavor.