Pumpkin Bars with Brown Sugar Frosting: The Best Fall Treat
Delight in these moist and flavorful pumpkin bars topped with a rich brown sugar frosting, perfect for celebrating fall.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat together the butter, powdered sugar, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled bars and cut into squares to serve.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh pumpkin puree.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Bars, Brown Sugar Frosting, Fall Treats