Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (6g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (3g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g)
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (1g)
- Pure pumpkin puree: 1 can (15 ounces or 425g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
- Light brown sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Large eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Cream cheese frosting (optional): 8 ounces (227g)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool slightly in the pan before cutting and serving.
- If desired, top with cream cheese frosting.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and tender
- Pumpkin-spiced flavor
- Topped with creamy frosting (optional)
- Perfect for fall gatherings
User Comments:
- "These pumpkin bars were absolutely delicious! They were so moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect touch."
- "I made these bars for my Thanksgiving dinner and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how good they were."
- "I've never been a big fan of pumpkin desserts, but these bars changed my mind. They were so good, I couldn't help but go back for seconds."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overbake the bars, as they will become dry and crumbly.
- If you don't have a 9x13 inch baking pan, you can use a 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) pan. The bars will be thicker and take a few minutes longer to bake.
- To make the cream cheese frosting, simply beat together 8 ounces of cream cheese, 1/4 cup (60g) of butter, and 2 cups (400g) of powdered sugar until smooth.
