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Pumpkin Squares

Delicious Pumpkin Squares with Creamy Frosting Delight

Enjoy these Pumpkin Squares that combine a moist spiced cake with creamy frosting for an autumn delight.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Uncategorized
Cuisine American
Servings 12 squares
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • knife

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree

For the Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese at room temperature
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ground cinnamon for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together eggs, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Stir in canned pumpkin puree.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just incorporated.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  • Cut the cooled cake into squares and arrange them on a tray.
  • Beat together cream cheese and unsalted butter until fluffy, then add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  • Spread frosting over each square and sprinkle with ground cinnamon if desired.

Notes

Use high-quality pumpkin puree for best results. Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the squares fluffy. Store unfrosted squares covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg
Keyword autumn dessert, baking, cream cheese frosting, fall treats, pumpkin recipe, Pumpkin Squares
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