Best 3 Halloween Pumpkin Bars Recipes
Get ready to sink your teeth into the ultimate Halloween treat – Pumpkin Bars! These delightful treats are not only a feast for the eyes with their vibrant orange hue but also a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With three delectable recipes to choose from, there's a perfect Pumpkin Bar for every palate.
**Classic Pumpkin Bars:**
Indulge in the timeless classic that has stood the test of time. This recipe embodies the essence of fall with its warm spices and smooth pumpkin puree, perfectly balanced with a creamy cream cheese frosting.
**Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars:**
Experience the irresistible combination of pumpkin and chocolate in these indulgent bars. Semi-sweet chocolate chips are generously folded into the pumpkin batter, creating pockets of rich chocolatey goodness in every bite. A drizzle of chocolate ganache on top takes this treat to the next level.
**Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars:**
For those who can't resist the decadence of cheesecake, these bars are a dream come true. A creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling is nestled between two layers of moist pumpkin cake, resulting in a textural masterpiece that will leave you craving more.
THE BEST PUMPKIN BARS I'VE EVER HAD
These are the best pumpkin bars I've ever had. They have incredible spiced pumpkin flavor and aren't quite as light and cakey as most other recipes I've tried. Instead, they're soft and sturdy which pairs perfectly with the spiced cream cheese frosting on top!
Provided by Sally
Categories Bars
Time 3h
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 10×15 inch baking pan. Or line the pan with parchment paper with enough overhang on the sides to easily lift the bars (as a whole) out.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice together in a large bowl. Set aside. Whisk the oil, eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, maple syrup, pumpkin, and vanilla extract together until combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and use a mixer or whisk until completely combined. Batter will be thick.
- Spread batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 28-35 minutes. Baking times vary, so keep an eye on yours. The bars are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If you find the top or edges of the bars browning too quickly, loosely tent with aluminum foil.
- Remove the bars from the oven and set the pan on a wire rack. Cool bars completely. (After about 45 minutes of cooling, you can place the bars in the refrigerator to speed things up!)
- In a large bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the cream cheese and butter together on high speed until smooth and creamy. Add confectioners' sugar, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, then switch to high speed and beat for 2 minutes. If you want the frosting a little thicker, add an extra 1/4 cup of confectioners sugar. Spread the frosting on the cooled bars. To help "set" the frosting, refrigerate for 30 minutes before slicing and serving. This makes cutting easier and less messy.
- Enjoy with or without a fork, but definitely grab a napkin!
- Cover leftover bars tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If you skipped the frosting, cover and store plain pumpkin bars at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN BARS
My family loves the warm pumpkin fragrance that wafts through our kitchen on cool fall afternoons when I make these bars. Jack-o'-lantern faces only add to the festive fall flavor. -Karla Johnson, East Helena, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 35 bars.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat pumpkin, sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to pumpkin mixture and mix well. Stir in pecans., Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., Tint frosting orange with yellow and red food coloring. Frost bars; cut into 35 squares. , In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Transfer to a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of the bag. Decorate as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PUMPKIN BARS
Make classic pumpkin bars with the help of Bisquick® mix, then smother them with buttery cream cheese frosting.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h45m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 15x10x1-inch pan with shortening or cooking spray.
- In large bowl, beat all bar ingredients except raisins with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl frequently. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in raisins. Pour into pan.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 2 hours.
- In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, milk and vanilla with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar on low speed until smooth. Spread over bars. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't forget anything important.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your pumpkin bars will taste. If possible, use organic pumpkin puree and fresh spices.
- Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can make your pumpkin bars tough and dense. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the Bars until a Toothpick Inserted in the Center Comes Out Clean: This is the best way to ensure that your pumpkin bars are cooked through.
- Let the Bars Cool Completely before Frosting: This will help the frosting set properly and prevent it from becoming runny.
Conclusion:
These Halloween pumpkin bars are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any Halloween party or gathering. With a moist and flavorful pumpkin cake base and a creamy cream cheese frosting, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy Halloween dessert, give these pumpkin bars a try!
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