Pumpkin Bars Recipe

 

My mom found this recipe when I was a tween. It was a go-to recipe when we needed something for a 4-h meeting snack. These bars are so moist and delicious. The flavors are so balanced and inviting. I will eat a whole pan by myself if I don't have anyone to help me eat it.

Pumpkin Bars

2 c. Sugar 

1 c. Vegetable Oil 

4 Eggs 

2 c. Pumpkin Puree 

2 c. Flour

2 tsp. Baking Powder 

1 tsp. Baking Soda

1 tsp. Cinnamon 

1/2 tsp. Ginger 

1/2 tsp. Nutmeg 

1/4 tsp. Cloves

Grease 11"×15"  jellyroll pan.

Mix all ingredients together until smooth.

Spread in pan and bake at 350° F. for 25-30 minutes. Frost when cool.

Frosting:

8oz. Cream Cheese, softened
6 TBS. Butter, softened 
1 tsp. Vanilla Flavor 
3 c. Powdered sugar 
Cream together butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add the vanilla and powder sugar and mix thoroughly.