How to Make Colonial Pumpkin Bars - A Step-by-Step Guide

Colonial Pumpkin Bars are a delightful and delectable dessert that harkens back to the traditional flavors of the colonial era. This recipe combines the warm and inviting spices of fall with the creamy and smooth texture of pumpkin, creating a dessert that is perfect for any autumn gathering.

Whether you are hosting a family dinner, a holiday potluck, or simply craving a tasty treat, these Colonial Pumpkin Bars are sure to be a hit. The rich and velvety pumpkin filling is sandwiched b...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup butter
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • ⅓ cup butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups sifted confectioners' sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter and flour a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together 3/4 cup butter and white sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the pumpkin. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg; stir into the pumpkin mixture. Mix in walnuts. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, 1/3 cup butter, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually blend in sugar, then beat until smooth. Spread over cooled pumpkin bars. Cut into squares.
  • Nutrition

    200 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 160mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 59mg