Creamy Pumpkin Spice Bars

Here’s a detailed exploration of the Pumpkin Bars recipe, covering everything from ingredients to preparation steps and nutritional information:

Pumpkin Bars Recipe

Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Category: Breads
Keywords: Dessert, Grains, < 60 Mins, Oven
Rating: 5 stars
Review Count: 5
Calories: 746.5 per serving
Fat Content: 32.2g
Saturated Fat Content: 7.5g
Cholesterol Content: 118.3mg
Sodium Content: 540.8mg
Carbohydrate Content: 110.9g
Fiber Content: 1.6g
Sugar Content: 89.2g
Protein Content: 7.4g

Ingredients:

• 2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
• 1 cup Bisquick baking mix
• 4 eggs
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2/3 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup cream cheese
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 1/3 cup butter
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting:

   • In a bowl, combine cream cheese and powdered sugar. Stir until smooth. To avoid lumps in the frosting, consider sifting the powdered sugar before mixing.

2. Preheat Oven:

   • Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

3. Prepare Baking Pan:

   • Grease a square, shallow baking pan to prevent sticking.

4. Mix Wet Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, beat together sugar, canned pumpkin, eggs, and oil on medium speed. Scrape the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure even mixing.

5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:

   • Stir in Bisquick baking mix, ground cinnamon, and raisins until well combined.

6. Bake:

   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool and Frost:

   • Allow the pumpkin bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
   • Once cooled, frost with the prepared cream cheese frosting.

8. Serve:

   • Cut the bars into squares and serve.

Notes:

• Frosting Tip: Ensure the bars are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
• Storage: Store leftover Pumpkin Bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
• Variations: You can add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans to the batter for added texture and flavor.

This recipe for Pumpkin Bars is not only deliciously moist and flavorful but also easy to prepare, making it perfect for dessert tables or special occasions. The cream cheese frosting adds a creamy, tangy contrast to the sweet pumpkin bars, making them a hit among family and friends alike. Enjoy baking and sharing these delightful treats!