Best 4 Orange Spice Pumpkin Bars With Browned Butter Frosting Recipes

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In the realm of sweet delights, the aroma of orange spice pumpkin bars with browned butter frosting beckons like a siren's song, promising an exquisite symphony of flavors. These delectable treats, reminiscent of autumn's golden hues, seamlessly blend the tangy zest of oranges with the warm, earthy notes of pumpkin, creating a harmonious balance that tantalizes the taste buds. The browned butter frosting, a culinary masterpiece in its own right, adds a luscious, nutty dimension, transforming these bars into an irresistible indulgence.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PUMPKIN BARS WITH BROWNED BUTTER FROSTING



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It wouldn't be fall without pumpkin bars, and I think everyone has a favorite version. I based this recipe on one of my grandmother's, so sweet memories are baked into every batch. -Mary Wilhelm, Sparta, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup canola oil
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
2/3 cup butter, cubed
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 to 6 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, beat the first 6 ingredients until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, pie spice, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., In a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Heat 5-7 minutes or until golden brown, stirring constantly. Transfer to a large bowl. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to reach desired consistency. Spread over bars; let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ORANGE-SPICE PUMPKIN BARS WITH BROWNED BUTTER FROSTING



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Tempting flavors of pumpkin pie and warm, buttery frosting--what could be better on an autumn afternoon?

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup orange juice
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
2 eggs
1/3 cup butter (do not use margarine)
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 to 4 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 15x10x1-inch pan with shortening; lightly flour (or spray with baking spray with flour).
  • In large bowl, beat bar ingredients with electric mixer on low speed, scraping bowl occasionally, until moistened. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Spread batter evenly in pan.
  • Bake 23 to 27 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat butter over medium heat, stirring constantly, until light golden brown. Remove from heat. Stir in powdered sugar, vanilla and enough milk until smooth and spreadable. Immediately spread frosting over cooled bars. Refrigerate about 15 minutes or until set. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. If desired, garnish each bar with orange peel strip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

FROSTED PUMPKIN CRANBERRY BARS



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With tangy dried cranberries tucked inside and a creamy brown butter frosting, these mildly spiced pumpkin bars are doubly delightful. It's a good thing the recipe makes lots, because once you taste one, you won't be able to resist going back for more! -Barbara Nowakowski, Mesa, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
3/4 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup chopped dried cranberries
BROWN BUTTER FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 to 6 tablespoons whole milk
Additional dried cranberries, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, pumpkin and butter; stir into dry ingredients until well combined. Stir in cranberries. , Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a large heavy saucepan, cook butter over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Pour into a large bowl; beat in the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve spreading consistency. Frost bars. If desired, sprinkle with finely chopped dried cranberries.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ORANGE SPICE PUMPKIN BARS WITH BROWNED BUTTER FROSTING



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adapted from a Pillsbury cookbook...We liked this for the pumpkin flavor and the frosting..tastes really decadent...

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Dessert

Time 38m

Yield 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons orange zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup orange juice
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin (whole pumpkin, not pie mix)
2 eggs
1/3 cup butter, do not use margarine
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 -4 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350*.
  • Grease and flour 15x10x1" pan.(jelly roll pan).
  • In large bowl, combine all bar ingredients and beat at low speed until moistened. Beat 2 minutes at medium speed.
  • Spread in greased and floured pan.
  • Bake at 350* for 23-27 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool 1 hour or until completely cooled. For frosting -- heat butter in medium saucepan over medium heat until light golden brown, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat and stir in powderedsguar, vanilla and enough milk for desired spreading consistency; blend until smooth. Immediately spread frosting over cooled bars.
  • Refrigerate 15 minutes or until set. Cut into bars. If desired, garnish with orange peel strips -- .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.2, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 12.3, Sodium 66, Carbohydrate 16.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 11.5, Protein 0.9

Tips:

- For the perfect texture, make sure to measure your flour correctly. Use a kitchen scale to weigh the flour or spoon it into a measuring cup and level it off with a knife. - Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined. - If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using. - For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the frosting. To brown butter, melt it in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the butter turns golden brown and smells nutty. - If you don't have pumpkin pie spice, you can make your own by combining 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.

Conclusion:

These orange spice pumpkin bars with browned butter frosting are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for fall. The bars are moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of spices. The browned butter frosting is rich and creamy, and it complements the pumpkin bars perfectly. This recipe is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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