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quick recipe ideas: Indulgent Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Delight in these indulgent pumpkin bars topped with creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, butter, and sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla, and mix well.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture and stir until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool completely before frosting.
  9. For frosting, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  10. Spread the frosting over the cooled pumpkin bars.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding walnuts or pecans.
  • These bars are better if chilled for a few hours after frosting.

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