Deliciously Soft Pumpkin Bar Recipes You'll Love to Bake

Discover delicious pumpkin bar recipes that capture the essence of fall with rich flavors and warm spices.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 50

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup Pumpkin Puree canned or homemade
1 cup Flour All-purpose or Gluten-Free
1 cup Sugar Brown or Granulated
2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan option

For the Leavening and Flavor

1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure fresh
1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure fresh
2 teaspoons Spices Cinnamon, Nutmeg, etc.

For Sweetness & Texture

1 cup Chocolate Chips dark chocolate for deeper taste
8 ounces Cream Cheese optional for cheesecake layer
1/2 cup Nuts Pecans or Walnuts, optional

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
Mixing bowls
whisk
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your baking dish.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and spices.
In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, sugars, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
Fold in chocolate chips or nuts, if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Allow the bars to cool in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Frost with cream cheese frosting or serve plain as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pumpkin bars are perfect for fall gatherings and can be easily customized with mix-ins.

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