Pumpkin Bars Brown Sugar Frosting (Print-Friendly Version)
Soft pumpkin bars finished with fluffy brown sugar frosting, a perfect seasonal dessert for autumn.
# Ingredients List:
→ For the Bars
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190 grams all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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300 grams granulated sugar
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120 millilitres vegetable oil
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2 large eggs
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425 grams pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
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60 grams chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
→ For the Brown Sugar Frosting
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115 grams unsalted butter, softened
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115 grams cream cheese, softened
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360 grams powdered sugar
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110 grams packed light brown sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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30–60 millilitres milk or cream
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease and flour a 23×33 centimetre baking pan.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until evenly blended.
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In a separate bowl, whisk granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth and pale. Incorporate pumpkin puree until homogeneous.
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Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
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Stir in chopped walnuts or pecans if desired, distributing evenly.
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Transfer batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre emerges clean.
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Let the baked bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before applying frosting.
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Beat together softened butter and cream cheese in a medium bowl until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and brown sugar, mixing until fully incorporated. Stir in vanilla extract.
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Add milk or cream, one tablespoon at a time, beating until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
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Spread frosting evenly over the cooled pumpkin bars. Cut into portions and serve.
# Extra Tips:
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Allow bars to cool thoroughly before spreading the frosting to prevent melting. For extra texture, sprinkle additional chopped nuts atop the frosted bars.