Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with Sheet Pan Libby’s Pumpkin Bars. These delightful, moist bars are infused with rich pumpkin puree and warm spices, topped with a luscious homemade cream cheese frosting that elevates them into a show-stopping dessert. Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings, cozy family get-togethers, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these bars yield a generous 48 servings, making them ideal for sharing. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they promise to be a hit with friends and family alike. Customize them with your favorite toppings like sprinkles or mini pumpkin candies for an extra festive touch.
Ingredients
- 15 oz can Libby’s Pumpkin Puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups white sugar
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 5 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1/4 cup butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a half-sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- In a separate bowl, sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture; blend in pumpkin puree.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese, softened butter, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Frost cooled bars before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. For added flavor, consider incorporating nuts or chocolate chips into the batter. These bars can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to a week.