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Praline Pumpkin Bars

Delicious Praline Pumpkin Bars to Celebrate Autumn Evenings

Enjoy these Praline Pumpkin Bars, a perfect autumn dessert with warm spices and a crunchy praline topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Ensure excess moisture is removed.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust if using a sugar alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Used in frosting as well.
  • 2 large Eggs Can be replaced with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Spices (Cinnamon, Nutmeg, etc.) Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use vegan butter for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts (Pecans or Walnuts) Omit for nut-free versions.
For the Praline Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Butter Substitute with vegan butter for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can reduce for less sweet frosting.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for dairy-free alternative.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • saucepan
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Praline Pumpkin Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking dish.
  2. Mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and spices, then fold into wet mixture.
  4. Pour batter into the greased baking dish and smooth the top.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. For the frosting, melt butter and mix with brown sugar and heavy cream until smooth.
  7. Pour the warm praline frosting over the baked bars and spread evenly.
  8. Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure excess moisture is removed from fresh pumpkin to prevent soggy bars. Frost just before serving for the best taste.

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