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Incredible Pumpkin Pie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Pie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Enjoy these delicious pumpkin pie bars topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting. They are a perfect handheld treat for fall holidays.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 cups granulated sugar, divided
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 ½ cups of the granulated sugar and the softened butter until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree and the remaining ½ cup granulated sugar.
  7. Add the pumpkin mixture to the batter and mix until smooth.
  8. Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  9. Spoon the pumpkin mixture evenly over the batter.
  10. Dot the remaining batter over the pumpkin layer. Swirl gently with a knife to create a marbled effect.
  11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely in the pan.
  12. For the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter in a bowl until smooth.
  13. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until combined.
  14. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
  15. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for the frosting.
  • You can add a pinch of ginger or allspice to the pumpkin layer for extra warmth.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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