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quick recipe ideas: Indulgent Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

quick recipe ideas : Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
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These pumpkin bars are moist and flavorful, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, making for a perfect autumn treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the sugars, pumpkin, and oil. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. While the bars are baking, prepare the frosting by beating together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  7. Once the bars are cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting on top.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother frosting.

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