Glazed Spiced Pumpkin Bars

Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Glazed Spiced Pumpkin Bars
120 min.
32
132kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Glazed Spiced Pumpkin Bars! Perfectly dairy-free, these bars are a scrumptious treat that can be enjoyed as an antipasti, starter, snack, or appetizer. With a moist and tender texture, they are sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering.

What makes these pumpkin bars truly special is the harmonious blend of spices and wholesome ingredients. The rich pumpkin puree adds a natural sweetness and vibrant color, while the warm notes of cinnamon and ginger create a cozy aroma that fills your kitchen. Each bite is a delightful balance of flavors, enhanced by the crunch of walnuts that provide a satisfying contrast to the soft, spiced cake.

Not only are these bars delicious, but they are also easy to make! In just 120 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 32 people, making them an ideal choice for parties or potlucks. The simple preparation process allows you to enjoy the fun of baking without the fuss. Plus, the sweet orange glaze drizzled on top adds a zesty finish that elevates these bars to a whole new level.

Whether you’re looking for a tasty snack to enjoy with your afternoon tea or a crowd-pleasing dessert for your next event, our Glazed Spiced Pumpkin Bars are the perfect solution. Dive into the season's flavors and treat yourself to this delightful recipe!

Ingredients

  • cups all-bran cereal 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup orange juice 
  • 15 oz pumpkin pie filling/mix canned (not pumpkin pie mix)
  •  eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup walnut pieces chopped
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • teaspoons orange juice 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • ziploc bags
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray, or grease and flour pan.
  2. Place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and crush with rolling pin or meat mallet (or crush in food processor).
  3. In large bowl, beat oil, 1/2 cup orange juice, the pumpkin and eggs with electric mixer on low speed until well blended. Stir in crushed cereal; let stand 10 minutes.
  4. Beat in remaining bar ingredients except walnuts on low speed until well blended. Stir in walnuts.
  5. Spread evenly in pan.
  6. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until top springs back when touched lightly in center. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  7. In small bowl, mix powdered sugar and enough of the 4 to 6 teaspoons orange juice for desired drizzling consistency.
  8. Drizzle over bars. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories132kcal
Protein6.2%
Fat23.05%
Carbs70.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.84
Glycemic Load
10.92
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.6443479112957%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.1mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.57mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:132.26kcal
6.61%
Fat:3.63g
5.59%
Saturated Fat:0.48g
2.98%
Carbohydrates:25.09g
8.36%
Net Carbohydrates:22.4g
8.15%
Sugar:14.15g
15.73%
Cholesterol:10.23mg
3.41%
Sodium:120.83mg
5.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.2g
4.4%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.43%
Vitamin B6:0.52mg
25.76%
Vitamin A:1195.68IU
23.91%
Folate:72.44µg
18.11%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.55%
Fiber:2.69g
10.76%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.26%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.1%
Phosphorus:81.34mg
8.13%
Iron:1.3mg
7.25%
Copper:0.12mg
6.06%
Magnesium:24.24mg
6.06%
Selenium:3.62µg
5.18%
Vitamin B3:1.03mg
5.17%
Zinc:0.71mg
4.75%
Vitamin C:3.67mg
4.44%
Calcium:42.01mg
4.2%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.9%
Potassium:94.55mg
2.7%
Vitamin K:1.6µg
1.53%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.48%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.09%