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Sour Cream Pumpkin Bars

Sour Cream Pumpkin Bars with Irresistible Browned Butter Frosting

Delight in these Sour Cream Pumpkin Bars, moist and rich, topped with irresistible browned butter frosting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 13 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accurate measurement.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can substitute with a sugar alternative if preferred.
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg Consider adding ginger for a spicy kick.
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Use canned or homemade.
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be a substitute.
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature preferred.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Cool slightly before mixing.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Opt for pure extract for best flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 3 cups powdered sugar Adjust with milk for desired consistency.
  • 1/2 cup butter Melt to create a nutty flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sour cream, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Fold wet ingredients into dry mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20 to 28 minutes.
  6. Cool bars in the pan on a wire rack.
  7. Melt butter for frosting until golden brown, then cool slightly.
  8. Whisk browned butter with powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth; frost cooled bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Perfect for cozy gatherings or a comforting night in, these bars capture the essence of autumn beautifully.

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