Pumpkin Walnut Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Pumpkin Walnut Bliss Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delightful way to savor the rich flavors of fall. This vegetarian treat combines moist pumpkin goodness with crunchy walnuts, all topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for American cuisine lovers, these bars are a fantastic addition to any gathering or a sweet snack anytime.

With a warm spice profile featuring cinnamon and nutmeg, these bars are versatile enough to be enjoyed as a dessert or a coffee companion. Easily accessible through the easyChef Pro App, you can find personalized recipe recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list to streamline your meal prep. Select this recipe today, organize your ingredients, and follow our step-by-step guide to create a delicious treat that will impress your family and friends!

Overview

These Spiced Pumpkin Walnut Bars are a delightful treat, perfect for fall gatherings or as a sweet indulgence any time of the year. The bars are moist and flavorful, topped with a creamy vanilla-infused cream cheese frosting. They can be frozen with or without the frosting for later enjoyment.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Eggs, Nuts, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 36

Cooking Time: 65 minutes

Ingredients

• 0.75 Cups butter
• 2 Cups white sugar
• 4 Large eggs, whisked
• 15 Ounces (oz) pumpkin puree
• 2 Cups all-purpose flour
• 2 Teaspoons (tsp) baking powder
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) baking soda
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) salt
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) nutmeg, ground
• 1 Cup walnuts, chopped
• 3 Ounces (oz) cream cheese, softened
• 0.33 Cups butter, softened
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 3 Cups confectioners' sugar, sifted

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter and flour a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together 0.75 cups of butter and white sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the pumpkin puree.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir this mixture into the pumpkin mixture.
5. Mix in the chopped walnuts. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the bars to cool completely before frosting.
8. For the frosting, in a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, 0.33 cups of butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
9. Gradually blend in the confectioners' sugar, then beat until smooth.
10. Spread the frosting over the cooled pumpkin bars and cut into squares. Enjoy!

Enjoy your homemade Pumpkin Walnut Bliss Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting!