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Pumpkin Spice Gooey Bars

Pumpkin Spice Gooey Bars

  • Author: Mary
  • Total Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Pumpkin Spice Gooey Bars are soft, irresistibly spiced treats that blend warm pumpkin flavors with a tender, gooey texture. Perfect for fall or any season, these bars offer a comforting mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and pumpkin, creating a delicious snack or dessert that’s easy to make and loved by all ages.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat melted butter with brown sugar until creamy and well combined. Add eggs one at a time, whisking each in fully. Then, stir in pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of spices and leavening.
  4. Blend wet and dry ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until no flour streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix to avoid tough bars.
  5. Bake to gooey perfection: Pour the batter into your prepared pan, smoothing out the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly—this will keep them ultra gooey.
  6. Cool and slice: Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan so the bars firm up slightly but remain soft. Cut into generous squares and serve.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better blending and smoother batter.
  • Don’t overbake; remove bars when edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
  • Choose fresh spices, such as freshly ground cinnamon and nutmeg, to maximize flavor.
  • Line pan with parchment paper with overhang for easy removal and neater slices.
  • Test doneness with a toothpick; it should come out with moist crumbs, not dry batter.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: pumpkin spice dessert, gooey bars, fall treats, pumpkin bars, easy pumpkin recipe, gluten free pumpkin bars

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