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Paul’s Pumpkin Bars

Paul’s Pumpkin Bars

As someone who has always had a sweet tooth, I am constantly on the lookout for new dessert recipes to try out in my kitchen. Recently, I stumbled upon a recipe for Paul’s Pumpkin Bars that caught my eye. 
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Paul’s Pumpkin Bars
Servings: 25 pieces
Calories: 250kcal
Author: Bex Smith

Equipment

  • oven
  • bowl
  • baking pan

Ingredients

  • 1 can pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 4 eggs large
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 ⅔ cups white or granulated sugar
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp cinnamon

For the Icing:

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 small package softened cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup margarine or butter softened
  • 2 cups confectioners sugar

Instructions

  • Let’s dive into the process of making these delightful pumpkin bars with step-by-step instructions:

Step 1: Preheat the oven and prepare the baking pan

  • – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.

Step 2: Prepare the wet ingredients

  • – In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil, and pumpkin puree until well combined.

Step 3: Combine the dry ingredients

  • – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda.

Step 4: Mix the wet and dry ingredients

  • – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

Step 5: Bake the pumpkin bars

  • – Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6: Prepare the icing

  • – While the bars are baking, prepare the icing by beating the cream cheese, margarine, confectioners sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 7: Frost the bars

  • – Once the pumpkin bars have cooled completely, spread the icing evenly over the top.

Notes

To ensure that your Paul’s Pumpkin Bars turn out perfect every time, here are some helpful tips to keep in mind:
– Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting the recipe.
– Do not overmix the batter once you have combined the wet and dry ingredients.
– Let the bars cool completely before adding the icing to prevent it from melting.
– Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
– For a festive touch, sprinkle some cinnamon or pumpkin spice over the icing before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal
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