Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare the dry ingredients by whisking together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine sugar, vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, and eggs until well blended and smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, ensuring not to overmix. Pour into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- For the cream cheese frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix well. Stir in vanilla and milk until desired consistency is reached.
- Let pumpkin bars cool completely before frosting and serving.
Notes
- Don’t overmix to avoid tough bars.
- Use room temperature ingredients for smooth blending.
- Cool bars completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- Customize spices to your taste; add ginger or allspice for extra warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian