Spiced Pumpkin Bars
Description
These spiced pumpkin bars combine whole wheat and all-purpose flours with canned pumpkin and dates for a moist, flavorful base. Topped with a maple-pecan glaze, they offer a satisfying balance of sweetness and spice. A perfect vegetarian dessert for fall gatherings or cozy afternoons.Directions
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Preheat oven to 350F (175C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, canned pumpkin, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, egg, egg white, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chopped dates and ground nutmeg.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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While the bars are cooling, prepare the glaze: whisk together confectioner's sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth. Add more maple syrup if needed to reach desired consistency.
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Once bars are cool, spread glaze over the top and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
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Cut into 24 bars and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 185kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.5g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
- Cholesterol 12mg4%
- Sodium 118mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
- Sugars 22g
- Protein 4g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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