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Quick Recipe Ideas: Decadent Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

quick recipe ideas : Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Enjoy these delicious pumpkin bars topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for a quick dessert!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in pumpkin and vanilla.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. While baking, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  9. Once cooled, frost the pumpkin bars with the cream cheese frosting.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
  • Make sure to let the bars cool completely before frosting.

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