Best 6 Sour Cream Pumpkin Bars Recipes

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If you want a sweet pumpkin treat with a creamy luscious filling and a cakey crunchy crust, then sour cream pumpkin bars are the perfect dessert for you. This recipe will take you on a trip back in time to a quaint pumpkin patch filled with delightful surprises, where the air is crisp and the aroma of freshly baked pumpkin bars fills the atmosphere. The tangy sour cream and sweet pumpkin filling, nestled between layers of flaky crust, offers a flavor combination that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

FANTASTIC PUMPKIN BARS



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I developed this recipe to liven up the traditional pumpkin bar. My family says it's the best pumpkin bar they've ever had. This bar is dense and moist.

Provided by Mindy

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 2h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
4 eggs
1 ⅔ cups white sugar
1 cup canola oil
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
2 cups shredded carrots
1 cup crushed pineapple
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10x15 inch baking dish. Whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice in a bowl.
  • Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl. Whisk in the white sugar, canola oil, and pumpkin puree until no lumps of pumpkin puree remain. Stir in the carrots and pineapple, then fold in the flour mixture until no lumps of flour remain. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
  • While the pumpkin bars are cooling, beat the cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, and confectioners' sugar together in a bowl until smooth. Frost the cooled bars with the cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 279 mg, Sugar 29.3 g

SOUR CREAM PUMPKIN BARS



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This recipe is from Midwest Living. When I made this I just used all purpose flour instead of all purpose and wheat. Hope you enjoy.

Provided by Queen Dana

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 25m

Yield 48 bars

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 1/3 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup pecans or 1 cup walnuts, chopped
browned butter frosting (recipe follows)
chopped pecans (optional) or walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Grease a 15x10x1-inch baking pan; set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter with an electric mixer for 30 seconds. Beat in sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt until combined. Add eggs, pumpkin, sour cream, milk, and vanilla; beat until combined. Add all-purpose and whole wheat flours; beat until combined. Stir in 1 cup nuts.
  • Spread mixture evenly into prepared baking pan. Bake in a 350° oven about 25 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack.
  • Prepare Browned Butter Frosting; spread over cooled bars. If you like, sprinkle with additional nuts. Cut into bars.
  • Browned Butter Frosting:.
  • In a small saucepan, heat 1/2 cup butter over low heat until melted. Continue heating until the butter turns a light brown. Remove from heat and transfer butter to a medium mixing bowl. Add 3 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat with an electric mixer until combined. Beat in additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, to make a spreadable frosting. Use immediately. Makes about 1 cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.7, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 15.1, Sodium 60.9, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 5.9, Protein 1.2

FLUFFY RAISIN PUMPKIN BARS



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Chocolate-covered raisins are a fun surprise inside these moist pumpkin bars. The traditional cream cheese frosting never fails to please. -Margaret Wilson, San Bernardino, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
2 cups canned pumpkin
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup chocolate-covered raisins for baking
FROSTING:
1/3 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon whole milk
1 teaspoon orange extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat sugar and oil. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add pumpkin; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and spices; gradually add to the pumpkin mixture. Stir in walnuts and chocolate-covered raisins. , Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and confectioners' sugar. Add milk and orange extract; beat until smooth. Frost bars. Sprinkle with additional cinnamon if desired. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CLASSIC FROSTED PUMPKIN BARS



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Classic pumpkin bars are a staple for fall get-togethers and always disappear at potlucks and parties.-Sandra McKenzie, Braham, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
4 large eggs
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1 cup canola oil
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
30 pumpkin-shaped candies

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, pumpkin and oil; stir into dry ingredients. Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat the butter, cream cheese and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add confectioners' sugar; mix well. Spread over top. Cut into 30 bars; top each bar with a pumpkin candy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 139mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PUMPKIN BARS III



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These pumpkin bars are more like cake bars. Delicious pieces of baked pumpkin cake are topped with a sweet, creamy frosting.

Provided by Vicki Brown

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 eggs
1 ⅔ cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
6 ounces cream cheese
6 tablespoons butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 9x13 inch pan and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, oil and pumpkin. Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; add to wet ingredients and mix thoroughly. Spread into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
  • Prepare the frosting by beating together the cream cheese, butter and confectioner's sugar. Evenly spread over cooled bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 286.2 mg, Sugar 29.3 g

PUMPKIN BARS



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Make and share this Pumpkin Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mabroox

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 eggs (beaten)
2 cups flour
1 cup cooking oil
2 cups canned pumpkin (or cooked & mashed)
1/2 cup butter
3 ounces cream cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Pumpkin Bar:.
  • Mix all the ingredients together.
  • Pour into 14 ½ x 10 ½ greased and floured pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 30 minutes.
  • Frost.
  • Frosting:
  • cream butter and cream cheese together.
  • Add vanilla.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar until smooth.
  • Spread over bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.9, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 272.8, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 29.7, Protein 2.1

Tips:

  • To ensure the perfect texture, use a combination of all-purpose flour and cake flour. All-purpose flour provides structure, while cake flour adds a delicate crumb.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense texture. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • To prevent the bars from sticking to the pan, grease and flour the pan before pouring in the batter.
  • For a gooey center, underbake the bars by a few minutes.
  • For a crispy crust, bake the bars for a few extra minutes.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting and serving. This will help them to hold their shape.

Conclusion:

Sour cream pumpkin bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their moist texture, rich flavor, and gooey center, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying dessert, give sour cream pumpkin bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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