Frosted Pumpkin Bars
๐ Prep Time: 30 minutes
๐ Cook Time: 25 minutes
๐ Total Time: 55 minutes
๐ฅ Yield: 1 sheet cake pan
Description:
I grew up making these delightful Frosted Pumpkin Bars, and let me tell you, they’re more like a cake – incredibly moist and utterly easy to whip up! You’ll need a large sheet cake pan to make these, but trust me, the effort is well worth it.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Eggs |
| 1 | Cup Sugar |
| 2 | Cups Pumpkin Puree |
| 1 | Pinch Salt |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon Cinnamon |
| 2 | Teaspoons Baking Soda |
| 1 | Teaspoon Baking Powder |
| 1 | Cup Flour |
| 2 | Cups Raisins |
| 1 | Package Cream Cheese |
| 3 | Tablespoons Butter |
| 6 | Tablespoons Margarine |
| 3/4 | Cup Powdered Sugar |
| 1 | Teaspoon Vanilla Extract |
| 1 | Splash of Milk |
Directions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Grease and flour a sheet cake pan, ensuring it’s well-coated to prevent sticking.
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Mixing the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, and pumpkin puree. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Add in the salt, cinnamon, baking soda, and baking powder. Stir until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
- Fold in the raisins until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Baking:
- Pour the batter into the prepared sheet cake pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the pumpkin bars to cool slightly before frosting.
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Making the Frosting:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter, margarine, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a splash of milk.
- Beat the ingredients together until smooth and creamy, adjusting the consistency with additional milk if needed.
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Frosting the Bars:
- While the pumpkin bars are still warm, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing into squares and serving.
These Frosted Pumpkin Bars are an absolute delight, perfect for any autumn gathering or holiday celebration. With their moist texture and deliciously spiced flavor, they’re sure to become a family favorite in no time! Enjoy every bite of these heavenly treats ๐๐ฐ.
