Description
Indulge in the ultimate fall treat with Sheet Pan Libby’s Pumpkin Bars, where rich pumpkin flavor meets creamy cream cheese frosting. These bars are a delightful addition to any autumn gathering, whether it’s a festive Thanksgiving dinner or a cozy Halloween party. Simple to prepare and perfect for sharing, they boast a warm blend of spices that captures the essence of the season. With 48 easy-to-cut servings, these bars are sure to become a favorite among family and friends, making every occasion sweeter and more memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz can Libby's Pumpkin Puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups white sugar
- 1 cup softened butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- ¼ cup softened butter
- 5 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a half-sheet baking pan with parchment paper and spray sides with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time until well combined.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, salt, cinnamon, baking soda, and baking powder. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until smooth; blend in pumpkin puree.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, mix cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until smooth; gradually add confectioners' sugar until fluffy.
- Once cooled, spread frosting evenly over the bars and cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sprinkle cinnamon on top before serving or garnish with mini pumpkin candies. Consider using fresh pumpkin puree for a homemade twist on this classic recipe.