Maple Frosted Pumpkin Bars ๐๐
Description: Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with these Maple Frosted Pumpkin Bars. Perfectly spiced and generously topped with a luscious maple icing, these bars are a treat for the senses.
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 45 squares
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
- 3/4 cup margarine
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 6 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350ยฐF.
- Grease a 15×10-inch jelly-roll pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixer bowl, beat together sugar, margarine, and vanilla until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Beat in the canned pumpkin until well combined.
- Gradually beat in the flour mixture until just incorporated.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
- Meanwhile, prepare the Maple Icing.
- For the frosting, thoroughly cream together butter and powdered sugar, gradually adding maple syrup until the mixture is light and spreadable.
- Once the bars are cooled, spread the Maple Icing evenly over the top.
- Cut the bars into squares.
- Garnish with chopped pecans if desired.
- Serve and enjoy the autumnal bliss!
These Maple Frosted Pumpkin Bars are a delightful addition to any fall gathering or holiday celebration. With their warm spices and creamy maple frosting, they’re sure to become a seasonal favorite ๐๐งก.
