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Sheet Pan Libby’s Pumpkin Bars

Easy Sheet Pan Libby’s Pumpkin Bars with Creamy Frosting

These Sheet Pan Libby’s Pumpkin Bars feature a soft base and creamy frosting, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkin Bar Base
  • 15 oz Libby's Pumpkin Puree The star ingredient for rich pumpkin flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Replace with almond flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1.5 cups White Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 cup Butter, softened Can be substituted with oil or margarine.
  • 4 Large Eggs For a vegan option, use 1/4 cup applesauce per egg.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Ensure freshness.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Works with baking soda for lift.
  • 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon Provides warm spice.
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Adds additional spice flavors.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 5 cups Confectioners' Sugar Adjust to desired sweetness.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened Low-fat options work too.
  • 0.25 cup Butter, softened Helps achieve the right consistency.
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
For the Topping
  • Cinnamon Sprinkles For garnish.
  • Fall-Colored Sprinkles For a festive look.
  • Mini Pumpkin Candies For decoration.

Equipment

  • 12x17 inch half-sheet baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12"x17" baking pan with cooking spray and parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs and mix until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.
  4. Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently. Fold in Libby’s pumpkin puree.
  5. Pour batter into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Prepare the cream cheese frosting by blending cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until smooth, then mix in confectioners' sugar.
  7. Allow the bars to cool, spread frosting on top, add garnish, and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use a thin-bladed knife for cutting bars and avoid opening the oven during baking for best results.

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