Description
Pumpkin bars are the ultimate autumn treat, combining the warmth of spices with the comforting flavor of pumpkin. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these delightful squares are soft, moist, and incredibly easy to make. With just the right amount of sweetness and a hint of nostalgia, they’re destined to become a favorite in your fall baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat together eggs and oil until frothy; then stir in the pumpkin puree.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Add nuts on top if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 22mg