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Pumpkin Spice Bars with Cranberries & Glaze

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Moist and spiced pumpkin bars dotted with tart dried cranberries, topped with a sweet glaze. A festive treat perfect for fall gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then add pumpkin puree and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until combined.
  6. Fold in dried cranberries.
  7. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool completely before glazing.
  9. For glaze: whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cooled bars.
  10. Cut into squares or bars and serve.

Notes

  • You can substitute dried cranberries with raisins or chopped dried cherries.
  • Adjust glaze thickness by adding more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
  • Bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: pumpkin spice bars, pumpkin dessert, fall baking, cranberry bars, glazed pumpkin bars

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