Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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27
servings
2 unit

eggs

0.5 cup

sugar

0.5 cup

brown sugar

0.5 cup

vegetable oil

1 cup

canned pumpkin

1 cup

flour

1 recipe

recipe frosting

1 tsp

baking powder

1 tsp

cinnamon

0.5 tsp

baking soda

0.25 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

ground nutmeg

0.25 cup

raisins

0.25 cup

chopped nuts

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~4 min

In a large bowl, beat together eggs, sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and canned pumpkin until well combined.

Step 4
~4 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~4 min

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.

Step 6
~4 min

Fold in raisins and chopped nuts.

Step 7
~4 min

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~4 min

Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 9
~4 min

Let the bars cool completely in the pan.

Step 10
~4 min

Spread with your favorite frosting.

Step 11
~4 min

Cut into 1 x 3-inch squares.

Step 12
~4 min

Refrigerate to chill before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

Toast the nuts before adding them to the batter for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spiced nuts
Caramel popcorn

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Associated with fall holidays and harvest season.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Halloween

Occasion Tags

Fall
Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

70/100