Pumpkin Spice Latte Bars that Brighten Your Fall Days
Delight in these Pumpkin Spice Latte Bars, perfectly blending coffee and dessert for a seasonal treat.
Equipment
- 8 inch square pan
- Medium saucepan
- Spatula
- Toothpick
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 1 cup sugar This sweetness balances the spices and enhances the pumpkin flavor.
- 1 cup pumpkin purée Provides moisture and that lovely fall flavor.
- ½ cup oil Keeps the bars moist and soft.
- ¼ cup butter Adds richness and a buttery taste.
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice Gives the bars a warm fragrance.
- ½ teaspoon salt Enhances the overall flavors.
- 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Forms the base of the bars.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the bars rise.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8" square pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, pumpkin purée, oil, butter, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Stir constantly for 3 to 5 minutes until smooth.
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the egg until fully combined, then sift in the flour and baking powder, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it into an even layer.
- Bake for 32 to 36 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Once baked, cool for 15 minutes, loosen the edges, and transfer to a cooling rack until completely cooled.
Notes
For best results, use fresh pumpkin purée and ensure proper cooling before adding the egg. Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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