Best 5 Maple Frosted Pumpkin Bars Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with our tantalizing Maple Frosted Pumpkin Bars, a delectable treat that harmonizes the comforting flavors of fall. These delectable bars, bursting with pumpkin's natural sweetness, are elevated by a luscious maple frosting that adds a touch of sophistication. Each bite promises a symphony of textures, from the tender crumb of the pumpkin cake to the velvety smoothness of the maple frosting. This recipe offers two variations: a classic version for those who cherish tradition and a decadent cream cheese swirl variation that adds an extra layer of richness and tang. Whichever variation you choose, these Maple Frosted Pumpkin Bars are sure to become a staple in your autumn baking repertoire.

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PUMPKIN-SPICE BARS WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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A perfect dessert for fall potlucks, delicious pumpkin bars are made even better with cream cheese frosting.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 49

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup raisins, if desired
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 to 3 teaspoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, oil and pumpkin with wire whisk until smooth. Stir in flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger and cloves. Stir in raisins. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and bars spring back when touched lightly in center. 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, 1 cup at a time, on low speed until smooth and spreadable. Spreading frosting over bars. Sprinkle with walnuts. For bars, cut into 7 rows by 7 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 95 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

PUMPKIN BARS WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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Perfect holiday treat for you and your family to enjoy! Keep refrigerated; they taste MUCH better this way!

Provided by WeibellMommy

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

cooking spray
4 eggs
2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 pinch ground cinnamon, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a large jelly roll pan with cooking spray.
  • Beat eggs in a large bowl with an electric hand mixer until foamy; add white sugar, vegetable oil, and pumpkin. Beat on medium speed until incorporated, 2 minutes.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Beat flour mixture into egg mixture on low speed until just combined, 1 minute. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla together in a bowl with an electric hand mixer until creamy. Gradually add confectioners' sugar; beat until smooth. Spread frosting evenly over cooled pumpkin cake; sprinkle with cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.5 calories, Carbohydrate 71.3 g, Cholesterol 92.4 mg, Fat 31.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 454.2 mg, Sugar 56.8 g

MAPLE FROSTED PUMPKIN BARS



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Make and share this Maple Frosted Pumpkin Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jan007

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 45 squares

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/4 cups flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
3/4 cup margarine, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1 cup pumpkin
1/2 cup butter
3 cups powdered sugar
6 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease 15x10-inch jelly-roll pan.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt in medium bowl.
  • Beat sugar, butter and vanilla in large mixer bowl.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
  • Beat in pumpkin.
  • Gradually beat in flour mixture.
  • Spread into prepared pan.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes or until cake tester pick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool completely in pan.
  • Spread with Maple Icing.
  • Cut into bars.
  • FROSTING: Thoroughly cream butter and sugar, adding maple syrup beat until light and spreadable.
  • Frost and cut into squares.
  • Garnish with chopped pecan if desired.

MAPLE FROSTED PUMPKIN COOKIES



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After a moment of panic, thinking I'd lost this recipe- I'm posting here for safe keeping! I love these cookies for fall holidays, and Christmas- they are so tastey and inviting. These are a soft lofty pumpkin cookie topped with a delicious maple icing. Using vegan margarine and almond milk makes them egg free, milk free and you'd never even know! I've adapted this recipe from an old Taste of Home Holiday cookbook.

Provided by spreadnjoy

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 44m

Yield 48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup shortening
2 cups brown sugar, packed
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin
1 tablespoon vanilla
4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup margarine
1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or 1/4 cup milk, of your choice
1 teaspoon maple flavoring (or more)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 -2 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Cream shortening and brown sugar until light.
  • Add pumpkin and vanilla and mix well.
  • In separate bowl combine flour, b. powder, b. soda, cinnamon and salt.
  • Gradually add into pumpkin mixture, stiring to combine all ingredients well.
  • Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto parchment covered cookie sheet.
  • Bake 375 13-15 min or until firm. Do not over bake, or risk dry cookies Bake all cookies before making frosting.
  • For Frosting, combine butter, b. sugar, and milk in saucepan bring to boil over medium heat stirring constantly. Boil 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add maple and vanilla flavorings- do not add while on heat!
  • Cool slightly, beat enough powdered sugar in to achieve spreadable consistancy. Icing will thicken and harden as it cools, so work quickly to top cookies with frosting while it is warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.6, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 100.7, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 20.6, Protein 1.2

PUMPKIN COOKIES WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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These easy pumpkin cookies are pleasantly spiced. Everyone enjoys the soft, cake-like texture, too. -Lisa Chernetsky, Luzerne, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Add pumpkin; mix well. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, beat the frosting ingredients until light and fluffy. Frost cookies. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure the bars are evenly baked, use a toothpick inserted into the center to check if it comes out clean.
  • For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar in the frosting.
  • If you don't have a 9x13 inch baking pan, you can use a 13x9 inch pan and adjust the baking time accordingly.
  • For an extra special treat, top the bars with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Conclusion:

These maple-frosted pumpkin bars are the perfect fall treat. They're moist, flavorful, and have just the right amount of sweetness. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, they're a great recipe for bakers of all skill levels. So, next time you're looking for a delicious and festive dessert, give these pumpkin bars a try. Your family and friends will love them!

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