Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar, vegetable oil or melted butter, and eggs until well combined.
- Add the pumpkin puree and spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger) to the wet mixture and stir until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well until a soft dough forms.
- Drop the dough by spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Nutritional Information: (Per Serving - assuming 8 bars)
Calories: 250kcal, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Sodium: 100mg.
Dish Characteristics:
- Easy to make with readily available ingredients.
- Pumpkin pie flavor is a popular choice for fall and winter.
- These bars are perfect for an after-school snack or a dessert.
- The combination of spices gives a warm and comforting taste.
User Comments:
- "These pumpkin pie bars were a hit at my party! The spice flavors were perfect."
- "My kids loved these bars. They were so easy to make and tasted great."
- "These pumpkin pie bars were a perfect fall dessert. The texture was nice and the flavor was spot on."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use canned pumpkin puree for convenience, or make your own by roasting a small pumpkin, peeling and puréeing the flesh.
- For best results, use room temperature eggs when mixing the wet ingredients.
- Be careful not to overbake the bars; they should be slightly soft in the center when removed from the oven.
