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Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Bars

Easy Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Bars recipe
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Pumpkin bars trace their roots to classic American baking traditions where pumpkin puree became a fall staple ingredient. The Pioneer Woman’s version keeps things simple—mixing pantry-friendly ingredients into a spiced batter that bakes into soft, cake-like bars, topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting that adds a luxurious finish.

Ingredients

For the pumpkin bars:

  • All-purpose flour (2 cups)

  • Granulated sugar (1¾ cups)

  • Baking powder (2 tsp)

  • Baking soda (1 tsp)

  • Salt (½ tsp)

  • Ground cinnamon (2 tsp)

  • Ground nutmeg (½ tsp)

  • Canned pumpkin puree (1 cup)

  • Vegetable oil (1 cup)

  • Eggs (4 large)

  • Vanilla extract (1 tsp)

For the frosting:

  • Cream cheese (8 oz, softened)

  • Unsalted butter (½ cup, softened)

  • Powdered sugar (2 cups, sifted)

  • Vanilla extract (1 tsp)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2: Combine dry ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Step 3: Mix wet ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4: Combine the mixtures

Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined and smooth—avoid overmixing.

Step 5: Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow bars to cool completely before frosting.

Step 6: Prepare the frosting

Beat softened cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy.

Step 7: Frost and serve  

Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars. Slice into squares and serve.

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