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Chewy Pumpkin Maple Bars

Soft, chewy pumpkin bars infused with warm spices and topped with a sweet maple glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Autumn
Servings 12 bars
Calories 230 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin Bars

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1.5 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp cloves
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup maple syrup
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree

Maple Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1-2 tbsp milk

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking pan.
  • Whisk dry ingredients together.
  • Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  • Mix in maple syrup, egg, and pumpkin.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients.
  • Bake 25–30 minutes.
  • Prepare glaze and drizzle.

Notes

For extra chewiness, slightly underbake.
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