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quick recipe ideas: Best Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

quick recipe ideas : Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Delight in these quick recipe ideas featuring moist pumpkin bars topped with creamy frosting, perfect for fall celebrations!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, oil, and eggs until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While baking, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese and butter together. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  8. Once the bars are cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting on top and slice into squares.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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