Best 4 Pumpkin Bars With Browned Butter Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of fall with our delectable Pumpkin Bars, a delightful treat that captures the essence of the season. These moist and tender bars, infused with the warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, are the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Topped with a luscious Browned Butter Frosting, each bite is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

This recipe also includes a collection of additional irresistible recipes that will elevate your baking experience. Discover the secrets to creating a smooth and creamy Pumpkin Butter, perfect for spreading on toast or incorporating into your favorite baked goods. Learn how to craft a rich and decadent Chocolate Ganache, a versatile topping that adds a touch of sophistication to any dessert. And for those who prefer a classic, explore the art of making a velvety Vanilla Bean Glaze, a simple yet elegant addition to your culinary creations.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ORANGE-SPICE PUMPKIN BARS WITH BROWNED BUTTER FROSTING



Orange-Spice Pumpkin Bars with Browned Butter Frosting image

Tempting flavors of pumpkin pie and warm, buttery frosting--what could be better on an autumn afternoon?

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup orange juice
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
2 eggs
1/3 cup butter (do not use margarine)
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 to 4 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 15x10x1-inch pan with shortening; lightly flour (or spray with baking spray with flour).
  • In large bowl, beat bar ingredients with electric mixer on low speed, scraping bowl occasionally, until moistened. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Spread batter evenly in pan.
  • Bake 23 to 27 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat butter over medium heat, stirring constantly, until light golden brown. Remove from heat. Stir in powdered sugar, vanilla and enough milk until smooth and spreadable. Immediately spread frosting over cooled bars. Refrigerate about 15 minutes or until set. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. If desired, garnish each bar with orange peel strip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

PUMPKIN COOKIES WITH BROWNED BUTTER FROSTING



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Get fall into full swing with sweet flavor, warm spices, and moist texture! Then, add your magic touch with a scene-stealing slightly burnt brown butter icing that adds just the right amount of richness and sweetness to take these cookies over the top, right where you like it. And while we don't like to play favorites, we'd be lying if we didn't mention these pumpkin cookies with brown butter frosting are on our list of unbeatable recipes. Take our word for it, try them for yourself, and create a bite of amazing 100% from scratch. It all comes together in just over an hour! So what are you waiting for?

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 14

2/3 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup (from 15-oz can) pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
2 eggs
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 to 4 tablespoons milk
1/3 cup butter (do not use margarine or spread; it will burn)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, 3/4 cup butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally, until well blended. Beat in pumpkin and eggs until well mixed. On low speed, beat in flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
  • On ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough by heaping tablespoonfuls.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until almost no indentation remains when touched in center. Immediately remove from cookie sheets to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, place powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla and 3 tablespoons milk. In 1-quart saucepan, heat 1/3 cup butter over medium heat, stirring constantly, just until light brown.
  • Pour browned butter over powdered sugar mixture. Beat on low speed about 1 minute or until smooth. Gradually add just enough of the remaining 1 tablespoon milk to make frosting creamy and spreadable. Generously frost cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 21 g, TransFat 0 g

PUMPKIN COOKIES WITH BROWNED BUTTER FROSTING



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The recipe for these pleasantly spiced pumpkin cookies won a champion ribbon at our local county fair. These are a family favorite, and everyone enjoys the soft cakelike texture. -Robin Nagel, Whitehall, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 9 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 cups butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped
5 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
2/3 cup butter, cubed
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in pumpkin, eggs and crystallized ginger. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake 6-8 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Heat 5-7 minutes or until golden brown, stirring constantly. Transfer to a large bowl. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to reach desired spreading consistency. Spread over cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PENZEY'S PUMPKIN BARS WITH BROWN BUTTER ICING



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recipe from the most recent Penzey's catalog. Haven't made yet, but will soon. Both my boys love pumpkin desserts and this sounds great.

Provided by Junkintrunk

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 18-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup soft butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs, room temp if you can
2/3 cup canned pumpkin
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup butter
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • For bars:.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cream butter.
  • Add brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin, and vanilla; mix well.
  • In separate bowl, sift all of dry ingredients together.
  • Gradually add to the wet mixture and mix well.
  • Pour into a greased 9x-inch13 pan and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • Let cool then top with brown butter icing.
  • Icing directions:.
  • In a heavy bottomed pan, heat butter over low heat until it is a light brown color.
  • Remove from heat and add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk.
  • Whisk until smooth and well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.1, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 48, Sodium 169.7, Carbohydrate 38.3, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 31.8, Protein 1.7

Tips for Making the Best Pumpkin Bars with Browned Butter Frosting

  • Use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor. You can make your own by roasting and pureeing a sugar pumpkin, or you can use canned pumpkin puree.
  • Be sure to brown the butter for the frosting until it is a deep golden brown color. This will give the frosting a rich, nutty flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough.
  • Bake the bars until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can make the bars dry.
  • Let the bars cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion

Pumpkin bars with browned butter frosting are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for fall gatherings. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make the best pumpkin bars you've ever tasted.

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