Description
Snickerdoodle pumpkin cookie bars deliver autumnal comfort with perfect cinnamon-spiced sweetness. Creamy pumpkin and classic cookie flavors merge into one irresistible dessert bar that will make fall gatherings deliciously memorable.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the baking vessel by lightly coating a 9×9-inch pan with non-stick spray or butter, ensuring complete coverage.
- Sift together the dry components in a medium mixing bowl, blending flour, leavening agents, aromatic spices, and seasoning until uniformly combined.
- In a separate spacious mixing bowl, transform butter and brown sugar into a light, airy mixture using an electric mixer, incorporating the egg and vanilla extract until the texture becomes smooth and voluminous.
- Fold the pumpkin puree into the creamy butter mixture, stirring until the ingredients create a harmonious, consistent base.
- Gradually introduce the dry ingredient combination into the moist mixture, gently folding until a cohesive batter forms without overmixing.
- Transfer the velvety batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an even layer.
- Generously dust the top with a fragrant blend of cinnamon and sugar, ensuring complete coverage for a delectable caramelized finish.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 22-26 minutes, monitoring until a inserted toothpick emerges clean and the edges turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan, which helps them set and develop a perfect texture.
- Once thoroughly cooled, slice into uniform squares and serve.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened at room temperature for smooth, even mixing that prevents lumpy texture.
- Swap regular flour with gluten-free blend for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals without compromising taste.
- Reduce sugar content by using monk fruit sweetener or cutting brown sugar by one-third for lower-calorie option.
- Store bars in airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days to maintain moisture and soft consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg