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Sour Cream Pumpkin Bars

Sour Cream Pumpkin Bars That Are Moist and Irresistibly Delicious

Sour Cream Pumpkin Bars are moist, delicious, and perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 23 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon flour into measuring cup for accuracy.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Check freshness for optimal results.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Enhances browning.
  • 1 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2 tsp Cinnamon Warm spice flavor.
  • 1 tsp Nutmeg Freshly grated is ideal.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Can substitute with butternut squash puree.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt or coconut cream can be used as swaps.
  • 2 large Eggs Warm for easier mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted in batter.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract Intensifies flavors.
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Brown until golden.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sift for smooth texture.
  • 2 tbsp Milk Adjust for consistency.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Batter Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sour cream, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-28 minutes.
  6. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for about 30-40 minutes.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and mix in powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Once the bars are cool, spread the frosting generously over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container with parchment layers to keep them fresh.

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