Delicious Pumpkin Bars with Brown Sugar – Fall’s Sweet Treat! Recipe
Enjoy the cozy flavors of fall with these delicious Pumpkin Bars made with brown sugar and warm spices. Soft, moist, and perfectly spiced, they make a wonderful sweet treat for any autumn occasion or holiday gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the pumpkin bars evenly.
- Prepare the Baking Pan: Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides to easily lift the bars out once baked.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, usually about 3-4 minutes. This ensures a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Pumpkin: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture using a spatula, being careful not to overmix to maintain a light texture.
- Pour and Spread Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly for consistent baking.
- Bake the Bars: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the bars are fully cooked.
- Cool the Bars: Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then lift them out using the parchment paper overhang and cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for the best texture and flavor.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.
- For extra flavor, you can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Keywords: Pumpkin bars, brown sugar pumpkin bars, fall dessert, autumn treats, pumpkin spice bars
