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pumpkin bars

Delicious homemade pumpkin bars topped with a rich frosting, perfect for fall desserts.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large eggs eggs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 can pumpkin puree 15 ounce can
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened (divided)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.5 cup chopped pecans
  • 24 pecans pecan halves

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs, sugar, pumpkin and melted butter until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and beat for 2-3 minutes until fully combined.
  2. Pour batter into a lightly greased 15x10x1 inch baking sheet. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 25-30 minutes.
  3. Remove and cool completely before frosting.
  4. For the frosting, combine brown sugar, 2 Tbsp butter and milk in a small saucepan over low heat. Whisk until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, beat ½ cup softened butter with powdered sugar. Pour in cooled brown sugar mixture. Beat for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy. Fold in chopped pecans.
  6. Spread frosting over cooled pumpkin bars. Press pecan halves gently into top of bars. Cut and store in an airtight container in refrigerator. Or, freeze until ready to use.

Notes

Enjoy these classic pumpkin bars during the fall season with a glass of milk or coffee.