Recipe: Pumpkin Cake Bars 🎃🍰
Overview:
Prepare to indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Cake Bars! 🍂 Perfect for dessert or as a sweet treat at Thanksgiving gatherings, these bars are quick and easy to make, taking only 35 minutes from start to finish. With a moist and flavorful pumpkin cake base topped with a fluffy cream cheese frosting, they’re sure to be a hit with family and friends. This recipe yields 48 bars, making it ideal for sharing and spreading joy during the festive season!
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 48 bars
Ingredients:
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup margarine, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions:
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Prepare Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Add the vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, and eggs to the dry ingredients.
- Beat the mixture for 1 minute at medium speed using an electric mixer until well combined and smooth.
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Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spoon the batter into a greased 15x10x1 inch jellyroll pan, spreading it evenly.
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Combine dry ingredients and mix with wet ones. | 10 minutes |
| Step 2 | Bake in a preheated oven. | 20-25 minutes |
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Cool and Frost:
- Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the fluffy cream cheese frosting.
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Make Fluffy Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and margarine together until light and fluffy.
- Add the orange juice and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
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Frost and Serve:
- Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the fluffy cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the cake into bars of your desired size.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 125.3
- Fat: 5.9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 19.6mg
- Sodium: 93.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 17.2g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 12.8g
- Protein: 1.3g
Serving Tips:
- Serve these Pumpkin Cake Bars as a delightful dessert at Thanksgiving dinner or any fall-themed gathering.
- Pair with a hot cup of coffee or spiced tea for a cozy autumn treat.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your Pumpkin Cake Bars! 🍁🍰
