Best 4 Raisin Pumpkin Bars Recipes

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**Indulge in the Sweetness of Fall with Raisin Pumpkin Bars: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

As the autumn leaves paint the world in vibrant hues, it's time to embrace the cozy warmth of pumpkin-spiced treats. Among these delightful confections, the raisin pumpkin bars stand out as a true masterpiece. These delectable bars are an irresistible blend of flavors and textures, offering a symphony of sweetness, spice, and chewy goodness.

Picture a tender, moist pumpkin cake batter generously studded with plump, juicy raisins, baked to perfection and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Each bite of these bars is a harmonious dance of flavors, with the natural sweetness of pumpkin complemented by the tangy zest of raisins and the creamy richness of cream cheese.

Whether you're hosting a festive fall gathering, preparing a special treat for loved ones, or simply seeking a comforting indulgence, the raisin pumpkin bars are sure to delight. With their simple yet elegant presentation, these bars make a stunning addition to any dessert table.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more. The detailed recipe provided in this article will guide you through each step of creating these delectable raisin pumpkin bars, ensuring a perfect outcome every time.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN-RAISIN BARS



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Categories     Mixer     Cheese     Dairy     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Cream Cheese     Raisin     Pumpkin     Chill     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 15-ounce can solid pack pumpkin
4 large eggs
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup raisins
6 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup butter, room temperature

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1-inch baking sheet. Stir first 8 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Add pumpkin, eggs and oil and beat until blended. Mix in raisins. Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool in pan on rack.
  • Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar and butter in medium bowl to blend. Spread frosting over cake in thin layer. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Refrigerate until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated.) Cut cake into bars and serve.

PUMPKIN RAISIN BARS



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I havent tried these yet. This recipe seems to be simple enough. I got this recipe out of a magazine years ago.I think it is a pillsbury recipe.

Provided by chef FIFI

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 48 bars

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 cup oil
2 cups sugar
2 cups pumpkin or 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/2 cup raisins
1/3 cup margarine, softened
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Set aside nuts and raisins, then combine the rest of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  • Beat at a low speed until mixture is moist, then beat for an additional 2 minutes at medium speed.
  • Stir in nuts and raisins with a spoon.
  • Pour mixture into a greased 15x10x1 baking pan.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until done.
  • Let cool.
  • To make frosting combine all the frosting ingredients into a bowl and mix until well blended and smooth.
  • Frost bars when they have completely cooled.
  • Once bars have been frosted keep refridgerated.

PUMPKIN RAISIN BARS OH SO GOOD ~~~~~



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Sun-maid raisins recipe ! So good and healthy for ya too. Perfect for this time of year.

Provided by Carol Junkins

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 c all-purpose flour
2 c sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cloves
1 c oil
4 eggs
1 can(s) 15 oz. can pumpkin
1/2 c nuts
1/2 c raisins
FROSTING:
1/3 c butter or margarine sofened (margarine will give you a different consistency)
1 pkg 3oz cream cheese softened (not whipped, bar type)
2 c powdered sugar
1 Tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350 df and grease a 15x10x1" bakinig pan for bars and cook for 25-30 minutes or a 13x9" pan for a cake and cook for 40-50 minutes.
  • 2. In large bowl combine all bar ingredients except nuts and raisins; beat at low speed until moistened. Beat 2 minutes at medium speed. Stir in nuts and raisins.
  • 3. Pour into greased pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes for a 15x10" or 40 to 50 minutes for a 13x9" pan until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely.
  • 4. Frosting: In a small bowl, combine all frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Frost cooled bars. Store in refrigerator. Tip: Could use tofutti for frosting if lactose intolerent.

HEALTHY PUMPKIN RAISIN BARS



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Make and share this Healthy Pumpkin Raisin Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Andrea P.

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 2 pieces each, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 teaspoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon chopped pecans
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup pumpkin
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9x9-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • Topping:.
  • In a small bowl, cut butter, sugar and cinnamon together with a fork. Stir in pecans. Set the bowl aside.
  • Bars:.
  • In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Set the bowl aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk oil, honey and sugar. Whisk in the egg, vanilla and pumpkin. Add the dry ingredients alternately with the yogurt. Stir in the raisins.
  • Pour batter evenly into the pan. Sprinkle evenly with the topping.
  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove pan from oven to a wire rack. Cool completely and cut into bars.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe pumpkin. This will give your bars the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough.
  • Grease and flour the baking pan before adding the batter. This will help the bars to come out of the pan easily.
  • 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 to set properly.

Conclusion:

These Raisin Pumpkin Bars are a delicious and festive fall treat. They are perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or just to enjoy at home. With their moist pumpkin flavor and sweet raisins, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a tasty and easy fall recipe, give these Raisin Pumpkin Bars a try!

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