Best 4 Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting 9x13 Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors that is pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting. These delectable treats are the epitome of fall baking, capturing the essence of the season with every bite. The moist and tender pumpkin bars are bursting with warm spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, that dance harmoniously on your palate. Perfectly complemented by the velvety cream cheese frosting, which adds a touch of tangy sweetness, these bars are a true masterpiece of culinary art. With two variations – one featuring a classic cream cheese frosting and the other showcasing a maple cream cheese frosting – you can cater to diverse preferences and create a dessert that's sure to impress. Let's embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the world of pumpkin bars and explore the secrets behind their irresistible charm.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN BARS



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These yummy bars are a lightly spiced pumpkin dessert with cream cheese icing that's perfect for fall and Thanksgiving. This recipe calls for pureed pumpkin, flour, sugar, vanilla and cream cheese. You'll get requests for these bars all fall long.

Provided by Paula Deen

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 eggs
1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
(15 oz) can pumpkin
2 cups sifted all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
(8 oz) package softened cream cheese
1/2 cup softened (or margarine) butter
2 cups sifted confectioner's sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
  • Using an electric mixer at medium speed, combine the eggs, sugar, oil and pumpkin until light and fluffy.
  • Stir together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and baking soda.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture and mix at low speed until thoroughly combined and the batter is smooth.
  • Spread the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Let cool completely before frosting.
  • Cut into bars.
  • To make the icing:
  • Combine the cream cheese and butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the confectioner's sugar and mix at low speed until combined. Stir in the vanilla and mix again.
  • Spread on cooled pumpkin bars.

PUMPKIN BARS WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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Classic pumpkin bars that are super soft and moist and spread with a thick layer of tangy cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Mary

Categories     Recipes

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup vegetable or canola oil
15 ounces pumpkin puree, (not pumpkin pie filling)
4 eggs, room temperature
2 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, oil, and pumpkin until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet and gently stir until well combined. Bake for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  • Beat the cream cheese and butter on high until smooth. Beat in the powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Do not over-beat. Spread on top of completely cooled bars. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 piece, Calories 241 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Sodium 242 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 27 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g

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 CAKE BARS WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING!



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I love pumpkin bars all year long, and these ones take the cake! Moist, delicious, and perfect everytime. Everyone asks for the recipe after they've tried them!

Provided by Dine Dish

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 12-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large eggs
1 2/3 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
6 ounces cream cheese
6 tablespoons butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease and flour one glass 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, oil and pumpkin.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; add to wet ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  • Spread into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool.
  • For the frosting: beat together the cream cheese, butter and confectioner's sugar.
  • Evenly spread over bars after they have cooled.

Tips

  • Use fresh pumpkin purée. Canned pumpkin purée can work in a pinch, but fresh pumpkin purée will give your bars a more vibrant flavor and texture. To make your own pumpkin purée, simply roast a pumpkin until tender, then scoop out the flesh and purée it in a food processor or blender.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make your bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bars until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the bars are cooked through without being overcooked.
  • Let the bars cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • 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 pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting are the perfect fall treat. They're moist, flavorful, and topped with a creamy, tangy frosting that takes them over the top. Whether you're serving them at a party or enjoying them as a snack, these bars are sure to be a hit.

Additional Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar in the batter.
  • Add a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice to the batter for a more pronounced pumpkin flavor.
  • Top the bars with chopped nuts or crumbled bacon for a crunchy topping.
  • Drizzle the bars with caramel sauce or chocolate syrup for a decadent dessert.

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