Moist Pumpkin Bars
Get ready for fall with these incredibly moist pumpkin bars! They're wonderfully spiced, perfectly sweet, and undeniably addicting. Perfect for Halloween and family-friendly!
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- oven
- - Mixing bowls
- - Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pumpkin Puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar packed
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- Cream Cheese Frosting (see recipe link or store-bought)
- Halloween sprinkles optional for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix!
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before frosting.
- Frost with cream cheese frosting and decorate with sprinkles, if desired.
- Cut into squares and enjoy your delicious moist pumpkin bars!
Notes
You can substitute coconut oil instead of vegetable oil, and for gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Add nuts or a pinch of cayenne for variations.