Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Bars
Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Bars are the perfect autumn treat, combining soft, spiced pumpkin flavors with a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping. These bars are an irresistible blend of warmth and sweetness, making them ideal for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll impress your friends and family with this delightful dessert that captures the essence of fall in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 tsp cinnamon (freshly ground preferred)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Cinnamon sugar topping (2 tbsp granulated sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar topping over the batter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in chocolate chips or nuts. Substitute pumpkin puree with mashed bananas or sweet potato for variations. To ensure fluffiness, mix dry ingredients thoroughly before combining with wet ingredients.