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Homemade Paula Deen pumpkin bars topped with creamy frosting on a white plate

Paula Deen's Pumpkin Bars Recipe

These pumpkin bars are soft, warmly spiced, and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. They make an easy fall dessert that's perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 15 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • 9x13-inch Baking Pan
  • Hand mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the vegetable oil, eggs, and pumpkin puree. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  4. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Remove the bars from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan.
  7. In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  8. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then beat until light and fluffy.
  9. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled pumpkin bars.
  10. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

For the best texture, make sure the bars are completely cool before frosting. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.